The Texas A&M Aggies (3-1) face off against the Harvard Crimson (4-2) in the at HP Field House. The game can be seen on ESPN2 at 1 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 28, 2019.
Texas A&M Aggies vs. Harvard Crimson Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Crimson defeated the Holy Cross Crusaders 82-74, while the Aggies beat the Troy Trojans 56-52.
Texas A&M’s 0.321 free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Troy, who had a rate of 0.045. The Aggies’ mark was above their season average of 0.256, while the Trojans’ was below their season average of 0.189. Harvard, on the other hand, dominated nearly every stat category in their game. They had a free throw rate of 0.246 (above their season average of 0.202) and a turnover percentage of 10.2 (better than their season average of 19.2). Holy Cross was 0.048 and 14.5, respectively, for those same stats. Bryce Aiken had a good outing for Harvard, contributing 32 points. Meanwhile, Josh Nebo played a key role for Texas A&M with 14 points, 12 rebounds and five blocks.
Harvard may have difficulty getting to the charity stripe in this battle. The Crimson rank 211th in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.224, while Texas A&M ranks 15th in FTA rate allowed (0.173) since the 2018-19 season.
Texas A&M vs. Harvard Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Texas A&M, ATS Winner – Texas A&M, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Harvard ranks 23rd in rebounds allowed per game (31.6) while Texas A&M ranks 250th (36.8).
- The Crimson rank 87th in assists allowed per game (12.1) while the Aggies rank 278th (14.9).
- Texas A&M ranks 119th in steals per game (6.7) while Harvard ranks 259th in steals allowed per game (7.4).
- The Crimson average 4.4 blocks per game, which ranks 45th in the NCAA. The Aggies rank 251st in blocks allowed per game (4.6).
- Harvard ranks 115th in three pointers allowed per game (21.3) while Texas A&M ranks 315th (26.5).
