The Towson Tigers (10-21, 6-12 CAA) square off against the James Madison Dukes (13-18, 6-12 CAA) in the Colonial Conference Tourney at North Charleston Coliseum. Action starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, March 9, 2019.
Towson Tigers vs. James Madison Dukes Betting Odds
Both teams lost in their last matchup. The Dukes were beaten by the William & Mary Tribe, 70-66, while the Tigers lost big to the Elon Phoenix, 86-66.
Towson did an excellent job of making free throws (12-15; 80.0 percent) while James Madison held William & Mary to an offensive rebounding percentage of 20.0 (below the 29.6 mark opponents have averaged against James Madison this season). Dwight Wilson was a key piece for James Madison with 16 points and 15 rebounds. Solomon Uyaelunmo, meanwhile had a good game for Towson, putting up 12 points and eight rebounds.
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when a pair of the country’s slowest-paced teams face off. James Madison ranks 292nd in possessions per game (66.9) and Towson is 328th (65.4).
Towson Tigers vs. James Madison Dukes Odds Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – James Madison, ATS Winner – James Madison, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- James Madison ranks 59th in three pointers allowed per game (20.3) while Towson ranks 259th (26.2).
- The Tigers rank 48th in rebounds allowed per game (32.3) while the Dukes rank 87th (33.4).
- Towson ranks 33rd in steals allowed per game (5.3) while James Madison ranks 62nd (5.7).
- The Dukes rank 199th in assists per game (12.3) while the Tigers rank 264th (10.0).
- Towson ranks 20th in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while James Madison ranks 70th (3.1).
Bettings Trends:
- The Tigers’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 6.2, up from 4.0 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Dukes have scored an average of 71.2 points per game (0.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 75.8 points per game (2.9 above their season average).