The Norfolk State Spartans (3-2) will travel to Welsh-Ryan Arena to square off against the Northwestern Wildcats (1-2). The game begins at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, November 22, 2019.
Norfolk State Spartans vs. Northwestern Wildcats ATS Odds
Both teams fell in their last game. The Wildcats fell to the Radford Highlanders, 67-56, while the Spartans were defeated by the Bradley Braves, 69-57.
Norfolk State had a better effective field goal percentage (0.442 vs. 0.474) while Northwestern had a better turnover percentage (12.8 vs. 16.2). Northwestern was led by Pete Nance, who put up 16 points and 10 rebounds. Joe Bryant Jr. led the way for Norfolk State, finishing with 17 points.
Northwestern might have trouble finding the bottom of the net as they face off against one of the country’s best defenses. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, Norfolk State ranks 27th in defensive efficiency while the Wildcats rank 312th in offensive efficiency. It will also be a tale of two tempos as the up-and-down Spartans rank 57th in possessions per game, while the slower-paced Wildcats rank 287th.
Norfolk State Spartans at Northwestern Wildcats Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Northwestern, ATS Winner – Northwestern, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Northwestern ranks 15th in three pointers allowed per game (18.6) while Norfolk State ranks 227th (23.5).
- The Wildcats rank 71st in blocks per game (4.1) while the Spartans rank 143rd in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
- Northwestern ranks 103rd in assists per game (14.1) while Norfolk State ranks 167th in assists allowed per game (13.2).
- The Spartans rank 95th in rebounds per game (37.0) while the Wildcats rank 242nd (34.1).
- Norfolk State ranks 120th in steals per game (6.6) while Northwestern ranks 231st (5.4).
