The North Florida Ospreys (10-8, 3-0 Asun) welcome the NJIT Highlanders (3-12, 0-2 Asun) to UNF Arena. The Highlanders can put an end to a seven-game road losing streak. The game gets underway at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 11, 2020.
NJIT Highlanders vs. North Florida Ospreys Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Ospreys beat the FGCU Eagles, 89-74, while the Highlanders fell to the Jacksonville Dolphins, 68-52.
North Florida played a nearly flawless game. They had a free throw rate of 0.217 (above their season average of 0.198) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.633 (above their season average of 0.540). FGCU was 0.161 and 0.516, respectively, for those same stats. NJIT, meanwhile, had a better turnover percentage (15.0 vs. 14.7). Carter Hendricksen had a good game for North Florida, putting up 18 points, seven rebounds and five assists. Shyquan Gibbs, meanwhile played a pivotal role for NJIT with 15 points.
This series was highly contested last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. In the most recent contest, the Ospreys won 64-63. The Ospreys’ 29.7 offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over the Highlanders, who had a mark of 25.8. This will be the first contest of the year between these two teams.
North Florida could dominate on the offensive side of the ball as their high-octane offense squares off against one of the NCAA’s worst defenses. The Ospreys rank 43rd in offensive efficiency, while NJIT ranks 301st in defensive efficiency.
NJIT vs. North Florida Free Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – North Florida, ATS Winner – North Florida, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- North Florida ranks 35th in assists per game (15.8) while NJIT ranks 245th (10.0).
- The Ospreys average 36.2 rebounds per game, which ranks 137th in the NCAA. The Highlanders rank 199th in rebounds allowed per game (37.4).
- North Florida ranks 122nd in blocks per game (2.9) while NJIT ranks 141st in blocks allowed per game (4.3).
- The Ospreys rank second in three pointers attempted per game (32.6) while the Highlanders rank 179th (20.5).
- NJIT ranks 31st in steals allowed per game (5.3) while North Florida ranks 120th (6.8).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Ospreys have scored an average of 75.0 points per game (3.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 71.0 points per game (3.9 below their season average).
- The Highlanders’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 7.8, down from 8.5 for the season.
