The Northeastern Huskies (7-6, 1-0 CAA) will be at the JMU Convocation Center to take on the James Madison Dukes (7-5, 0-1 CAA) in a CAA matchup. The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, December 30, 2019.
Northeastern Huskies vs. James Madison Dukes Betting Odds
In their last matchup, the Dukes were beaten by the Hofstra Pride, 82-76, while the Huskies beat the Towson Tigers, 61-45.
Northeastern played a flawless game. They had an offensive rebounding percentage of 18.2 (below their season average of 27.1) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.472 (below their season average of 0.572). For those same stats, Towson was 10.8 and 0.350, respectively. James Madison, meanwhile, held Hofstra to an offensive rebounding percentage of 23.5 (below their season average of 30.9). James Madison’s Matt Lewis played well, contributing 22 points and six rebounds. Tyson Walker was a key piece for Northeastern with 17 points and five rebounds.
The Huskies dominated this series last year, emerging victorious in both games. In the most recent game, Northeastern won 76-60. The Huskies’ turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the Dukes. Northeastern had a rate of 11.5, while James Madison posted a mark of 20.6. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
This game should be a matchup of contrasting styles. James Madison has preferred an up-tempo style of play (25th in possessions per game), while Northeastern has been more methodical (334th in possessions per game).
Northeastern vs. James Madison Odds Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – James Madison, ATS Winner – James Madison, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Northeastern ranks fifth in rebounds allowed per game (28.9) while James Madison ranks 261st (41.1).
- The Huskies rank 19th in assists allowed per game (9.6) while the Dukes rank 136th (13.2).
- James Madison ranks 44th in steals allowed per game (5.6) while Northeastern ranks 95th (6.4).
- The Huskies rank 70th in three pointers allowed per game (20.2) while the Dukes rank 244th (27.8).
- James Madison ranks 50th in blocks per game (4.3) while Northeastern ranks 181st (2.0).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Huskies have scored an average of 66.2 points per game (5.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 59.8 points per game (5.4 below their season average).
- The Dukes’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 1.6, up from 0.8 for the season.
