Saint Peter’s Peacocks at Siena Saints Free Prediction 02/19/19

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Don’t expect a fast-paced game when the Saint Peter’s Peacocks (6-19, 3-10 MAAC) travel to Siena to take on the Saints (13-14, 8-6 MAAC). The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, February 19, 2019.

Saint Peter’s Peacocks vs. Siena Saints Betting Odds

Both teams fell in their last contest. The Saints fell to the Quinnipiac Bobcats, 107-100, while the Peacocks were defeated by the Rider Broncs, 71-65.

Saint Peter’s did a fantastic job of converting from the charity stripe (18-22; 81.8 percent) while Siena had a turnover percentage of 4.3 (better than their season average of 15.0). Siena was lifted by Jalen Pickett, who contributed 46 points and 13 assists. Meanwhile, Davauhnte Turner was a key piece for Saint Peter’s with 15 points.

In their first matchup this season, Samuel Idowu led the Peacocks to a 65-60 win. He recorded 15 points and seven rebounds. Saint Peter’s’ 0.140 free throw rate was their largest strength over Siena, who had a mark of 0.061.

Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when two of the nation’s slowest-paced teams clash. Siena currently ranks 351st in possessions per game (61.7) and Saint Peter’s is 327th (65.8).

Saint Peter’s Peacocks at Siena Saints Odds Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Siena, ATS Winner – Saint Peter’s, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Siena ranks 53rd in three pointers attempted per game (25.8) while Saint Peter’s ranks 278th (18.3).
  • The Saints rank 29th in assists allowed per game (10.9) while the Peacocks rank 121st (12.9).
  • Saint Peter’s ranks 45th in rebounds allowed per game (32.1) while Siena ranks 81st (33.3).
  • The Saints rank 21st in steals allowed per game (5.0) while the Peacocks rank 193rd (7.6).
  • Saint Peter’s ranks 10th in blocks per game (5.1) while Siena ranks 165th (2.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Saints have scored an average of 64.6 points per game (1.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 64.0 points per game (1.7 below their season average).
  • The Peacocks’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 8.4, up from 7.7 for the season.