Robert Morris Colonials at FGCU Eagles Free Prediction 12/07/19

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The FGCU Eagles (2-9) welcome the Robert Morris Colonials (2-8) to Alico Arena. The Colonials look to snap a seven-game road losing streak. Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 7, 2019.

Robert Morris Colonials vs. FGCU Eagles Betting Odds

Both teams were beaten in their last matchup. The Eagles were blown out by the FIU Panthers, 71-53, while the Colonials lost to the Youngstown State Penguins, 81-70.

Robert Morris held Youngstown State to an offensive rebounding percentage of 25.0 (below their season average of 35.6) while FGCU had an offensive rebounding percentage of 40.4 (above their season average of 28.8). FGCU rallied around Zach Scott, who put up 13 points and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Jalen Hawkins had a good outing for Robert Morris, putting up 17 points and seven rebounds.

It might be a sloppy game for the FGCU offense. FGCU ranks 353rd in the nation in ball protection (turnover percentage of 25.7 percent), while the gambling defense of Robert Morris forces the 26th-most turnovers in the country (23.0 percent).

Robert Morris Colonials at FGCU Eagles ATS Pick

Pick: SU Winner – FGCU, ATS Winner – FGCU, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • FGCU ranks 51st in blocks per game (4.3) while Robert Morris ranks 267th (1.5).
  • The Colonials rank 18th in three pointers allowed per game (18.6) while the Eagles rank 203rd (22.9).
  • Robert Morris ranks 184th in rebounds per game (35.2) while FGCU ranks 302nd in rebounds allowed per game (39.3).
  • The Colonials average 7.6 steals per game, which ranks 55th in the NCAA. The Eagles rank 263rd in steals allowed per game (8.6).
  • Robert Morris ranks 29th in assists per game (15.6) while FGCU ranks 222nd (12.3).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 58.4 points per game (1.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 66.2 points per game (4.0 below their season average).
  • The Colonials have outscored opponents by an average of 0.8 points in their last five games. For the season, Robert Morris has lost by an average of 4.6 points.