The American University Eagles (4-2) will be at home in Bender Arena when they go head-to-head against the Saint Francis U Red Flash (3-4). Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, December 4, 2018.
Saint Francis U Red Flash at American University Eagles ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Eagles fell to the Wagner Seahawks, 64-58, while the Red Flash beat the Niagara Purple Eagles, 79-75.
Saint Francis U played a nearly flawless game. They had a turnover percentage of 14.1 (better than their season average of 16.4) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 34.1 (below their season average of 37.1). For those same stats, Niagara was 17.3 and 28.9, respectively. American University, meanwhile, had a free throw rate of 0.500 (above their season average of 0.225). Sa’eed Nelson had a solid performance for American University, recording 22 points, eight rebounds and five assists. Keith Braxton, meanwhile was a key piece for Saint Francis U with 25 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists.
The Red Flash won the only game between these two teams last season, 100-89. The Red Flash’s offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest advantage over the Eagles. Saint Francis U had a rate of 44.0, while American University posted a mark of 24.1.
Getting to the line might be scarce for American University in this contest. The Eagles rank 280th in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.211, while Saint Francis U ranks seventh in FTA rate allowed (0.173) since the 2017-18 season.
Saint Francis U vs. American University Odds Pick
Pick: SU Winner – American University, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- American University ranks 13th in three pointers allowed per game (17.8) while Saint Francis U ranks 249th (23.6).
- The Red Flash rank 199th in rebounds per game (35.2) while the Eagles rank 330th (30.4).
- American University ranks 150th in blocks per game (3.3) while Saint Francis U ranks 249th (2.4).
- The Red Flash rank 64th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while the Eagles rank 232nd (6.8).
- American University ranks 161st in assists allowed per game (13.3) while Saint Francis U ranks 299th (15.8).
