Princeton Tigers vs. Fairleigh Dickinson Knights Free Prediction 12/14/19

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The Princeton Tigers (1-7) will travel to the Rothman Center to meet the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights (2-7). The game gets underway at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 14, 2019.

Princeton Tigers at Fairleigh Dickinson Knights Betting Odds

Both teams fell in their last matchup. The Knights fell to the Saint Peter’s Peacocks, 86-70, while the Tigers lost a winnable game to the Monmouth Hawks, 67-66.

Princeton had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (31.6 vs. 25.0) while Fairleigh Dickinson had a turnover percentage of 11.7 (better than their season average of 17.2). Fairleigh Dickinson’s Jahlil Jenkins played well, recording 19 points and five steals. Meanwhile, Princeton received a boost from Richmond Aririguzoh, who recorded 19 points and 10 rebounds.

The Knights won the sole contest between these two teams last season, 77-66. The Knights’ offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest advantage over the Tigers. Fairleigh Dickinson had a rate of 35.7, while Princeton posted a mark of 23.5.

The productive offense of Fairleigh Dickinson will square off against the mid-tier defense of Princeton. Since last season, the Knights rank 85th in offensive efficiency, while the Tigers are 250th in defensive efficiency. The Knights should have the edge on that end of the court.

Princeton vs. Fairleigh Dickinson ATS Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Fairleigh Dickinson, ATS Winner – Fairleigh Dickinson, O/U – Over

Betting Notes (2018-Present):

  • Fairleigh Dickinson ranks 135th in assists per game (13.1) while Princeton ranks 228th (10.7).
  • The Knights average 3.8 blocks per game, which ranks 78th in the country. The Tigers rank 149th in blocks allowed per game (3.9).
  • Fairleigh Dickinson averages 7.2 steals per game, which ranks 77th in the country. Princeton ranks 119th in steals allowed per game (6.6).
  • The Tigers rank 150th in rebounds per game (35.4) while the Knights rank 225th (32.8).
  • Princeton averages 24.4 three pointers per game, which ranks 80th in the nation. Fairleigh Dickinson ranks 154th in three pointers allowed per game (22.6).