NJIT Highlanders at Kennesaw State Owls Betting Prediction 02/09/19

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The NJIT Highlanders (18-6, 6-3 Asun) will be at the KSU Convocation Center to meet the Kennesaw State Owls (4-20, 1-8 Asun) in an Asun matchup. The game starts at 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 9, 2019.

NJIT Highlanders vs. Kennesaw State Owls ATS Odds

Both teams lost in their last outing. The Owls were beaten by the Jacksonville Dolphins, 82-73, while the Highlanders lost big to the Liberty Flames, 77-57.

NJIT had a better turnover percentage (12.2 vs. 12.0) while Kennesaw State had an effective field goal percentage of 0.540 (above their season average of 0.409). Tyler Hooker was a key piece for Kennesaw State with 22 points, five rebounds and five assists. Abdul Lewis had a solid performance for NJIT, finishing with 14 points and nine rebounds.

In their first matchup this year, Zach Cooks led the Highlanders to a 72-52 victory. He scored a game-high 19 points. NJIT made 10 of their 25 three pointers (40.0 percent). Kennesaw State was, meanwhile, 3-12 (25.0 percent).

The inefficient offense of Kennesaw State will clash against the top-notch defense of NJIT. The Owls currently rank 348th in offensive efficiency, while the Highlanders are 44th in defensive efficiency. The Highlanders figure to have the advantage on that end of the court.

NJIT Highlanders vs. Kennesaw State Owls Odds Pick

Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Kennesaw State, ATS Winner – Kennesaw State, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • NJIT ranks 99th in assists allowed per game (12.5) while Kennesaw State ranks 229th (15.4).
  • The Highlanders rank 209th in three pointers attempted per game (20.6) while the Owls rank 299th (13.6).
  • The Owls average 36.8 rebounds per game, which ranks 101st in the country. The Highlanders rank 202nd in rebounds allowed per game (36.4).
  • NJIT averages 6.8 steals per game, which ranks 86th in the NCAA. Kennesaw State ranks 183rd in steals allowed per game (7.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Owls have scored an average of 71.4 points per game (8.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 80.0 points per game (3.7 above their season average).
  • The Highlanders’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 5.0, up from 4.0 for the season.