The Northeastern Huskies (2-4) will travel to Sojka Pavilion to meet the Bucknell Bison (2-2). Action gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 28, 2018.
Northeastern Huskies vs. Bucknell Bison Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Bison were victorious over the Vermont Catamounts, 69-61, while the Huskies lost to the Davidson Wildcats, 78-69.
The Bison held the Catamounts to an effective field goal percentage of 0.358 (below their season average of 0.562). The Catamounts also had a turnover percentage of 17.0 (above their season average of 10.6). Northeastern, meanwhile, had a free throw rate of 0.340 (above their season average of 0.264). Bucknell was led by Nate Sestina, who finished with 20 points and 10 rebounds. Jordan Roland had a good outing for Northeastern, contributing 23 points.
The Huskies won the lone game between these two teams last year, 82-64. Northeastern had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (25.0 vs. 6.7). Bucknell, on the other hand, had a much better free throw rate (0.235 vs. 0.129).
Contrasting styles will be on display in this matchup. Bucknell ranks 59th in possessions per game (72.5) while Northeastern is 294th (67.5) dating back to the 2017-18 season. Furthermore, the Huskies’ 13th-ranked offense (effective field goal percentage of 0.566) will battle against the Bison’s 50th-ranked defense (effective field goal percentage allowed of 0.478).
Northeastern Huskies vs. Bucknell Bison Odds Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Bucknell, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Bucknell ranks 46th in blocks per game (4.3) while Northeastern ranks 255th (2.3).
- The Huskies rank 25th in assists allowed per game (11.0) while the Bison rank 93rd (12.4).
- Northeastern allows the seventh-fewest three pointers per game (17.0) while Bucknell ranks 37th (19.3).
- The Bison rank 127th in rebounds per game (36.3) while the Huskies rank 304th (32.2).
- Northeastern ranks 114th in steals per game (6.6) while Bucknell ranks 252nd (5.3).
