The Coppin State Eagles (4-12, 0-1 MEAC) welcome the Norfolk State Spartans (5-11, 1-0 MEAC) to Physical Education Complex. The Eagles will attempt to snap their six-game losing streak. The game starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on Monday, January 6, 2020.
Norfolk State Spartans vs. Coppin State Eagles ATS Odds
In their last matchup, the Eagles lost to the South Carolina State Bulldogs, 79-75, while the Spartans defeated the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats, 85-72.
Norfolk State played a nearly flawless game. They had a turnover percentage of 11.9 (better than their season average of 18.1) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 37.1 (above their season average of 30.1). Bethune-Cookman had marks of 19.3 and 31.3, respectively, for those same stats. Coppin State, meanwhile, had a better turnover percentage (17.4 vs. 19.4). Koby Thomas played a key role for Coppin State with 22 points, six rebounds and six steals. Meanwhile, Norfolk State received a boost from Steven Whitley, who finished with 18 points, seven assists and five rebounds.
The Spartans dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the most recent matchup, Norfolk State won 72-38. Norfolk State’s free throw rate was their largest advantage over Coppin State. The Spartans had a rate of 0.194, while the Eagles posted a mark of 0.102. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
Opposite styles will be on display in this showdown. Coppin State prefers to play quickly (26th in possessions per game), while Norfolk State is slower-paced (217th in possessions per game).
Norfolk State Spartans at Coppin State Eagles ATS Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Norfolk State, ATS Winner – Norfolk State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Coppin State ranks 14th in three pointers attempted per game (29.1) while Norfolk State ranks 161st in three pointers allowed per game (22.6).
- The Spartans rank 162nd in assists per game (12.7) while the Eagles rank 236th (9.3).
- The Spartans rank 137th in rebounds per game (36.1) while the Eagles rank 271st in rebounds allowed per game (43.1).
- Norfolk State ranks 51st in steals per game (8.1) while Coppin State ranks 126th in steals allowed per game (6.9).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 64.6 points per game (3.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 79.4 points per game (2.1 above their season average).
- The Spartans have been outscored by an average of 4.2 points in their last five games. On the season, Norfolk State has defeated opponents by an average of 2.3 points.
