The Saint Joseph’s Hawks (13-16, 6-10 A10) wrap up their home schedule at Michael J. Hagan ’85 Arena against the Rhode Island Rams (14-14, 7-9 A10). The game can be seen on CBS Sports Network at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 5, 2019.
Rhode Island Rams at Saint Joseph’s Hawks ATS Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Hawks beat the La Salle Explorers 72-62, while the Rams won a close one over the Dayton Flyers 72-70.
Rhode Island’s 15.4 turnover percentage was their largest strength over Dayton, who had a mark of 25.4. The Rams’ mark was better than their season average of 15.9, while the Flyers’ was above their season average of 16.4. The Hawks, meanwhile, forced 21 turnovers and held the Explorers to an effective field goal percentage of 0.373 (below their season average of 0.482). Chris Clover played a key role for Saint Joseph’s with 19 points. Rhode Island, meanwhile, rallied around Cyril Langevine, who had 26 points and eight rebounds.
This series was highly contested last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. In the most recent matchup, the Rams won 90-87. Rhode Island had a much better turnover percentage (6.0 vs. 13.2). Saint Joseph’s, on the other hand, had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.640 vs. 0.536). This will be the first meeting of the year between these two teams.
Saint Joseph’s might struggle to find the bottom of the net as they face off against one of the NCAA’s best defenses. Rhode Island ranks 81st in defensive efficiency, while the Hawks rank 210th in offensive efficiency.
Rhode Island Rams vs. Saint Joseph’s Hawks Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Saint Joseph’s, ATS Winner – Saint Joseph’s, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Saint Joseph’s ranks 42nd in three pointers attempted per game (26.2) while Rhode Island ranks 271st (18.9).
- The Hawks rank 19th in steals allowed per game (5.0) while the Rams rank 105th (6.1).
- Saint Joseph’s ranks 11th in blocks allowed per game (2.3) while Rhode Island ranks 93rd (3.2).
- The Rams rank 90th in assists allowed per game (12.3) while the Hawks rank 255th (15.4).
- Rhode Island averages 36.5 rebounds per game, which ranks 108th in the NCAA. Saint Joseph’s ranks 213th in rebounds allowed per game (36.6).
Bettings Trends:
- The Rams have been outscored by an average of 3.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Rhode Island has defeated opponents by an average of 1.0 point.
- During their last five games, the Hawks have scored an average of 68.0 points per game (1.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 70.0 points per game (1.7 below their season average).
