UC Irvine Anteaters at Harvard Crimson Free Prediction 01/04/20

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The Harvard Crimson (10-4) and the UC Irvine Anteaters (8-7) go head-to-head at Lavietes Pavilion. The Crimson will try to extend their five-game winning streak. The game is scheduled to start at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 4, 2020.

UC Irvine Anteaters vs. Harvard Crimson ATS Odds

Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Crimson edged the San Francisco Dons 84-81, while the Anteaters defeated the Pacific Tigers 69-56.

The Anteaters knocked down 20 of their 25 free throws (80.0 percent) and held the Tigers to an effective field goal percentage of 0.348 (below their season average of 0.531). Meanwhile, Harvard’s 29.6 offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over San Francisco, who had a mark of 16.2. The Crimson’s mark was below their season average of 30.9, while the Dons’ was below their season average of 33.0. Chris Lewis led the way for Harvard, contributing 14 points and nine rebounds. UC Irvine, meanwhile, was led by Collin Welp, who contributed 17 points and eight rebounds.

The physical Harvard offense looks poised to dominate from the foul line. The Crimson rank 96th in the nation with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.248, while UC Irvine ranks 304th in FTA rate allowed (0.269).

UC Irvine at Harvard Pick

Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Harvard, ATS Winner – UC Irvine, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • UC Irvine ranks 43rd in assists per game (15.5) while Harvard ranks 178th (12.0).
  • The Crimson rank 14th in blocks per game (5.6) while the Anteaters rank 71st (3.9).
  • UC Irvine ranks 114th in steals per game (6.6) while Harvard ranks 125th in steals allowed per game (6.9).
  • The Crimson rank 178th in three pointers attempted per game (20.9) while the Anteaters rank 246th (17.9).
  • UC Irvine ranks 27th in rebounds per game (41.0) while Harvard ranks 95th (37.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Crimson have scored an average of 78.4 points per game (4.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 65.8 points per game (0.7 above their season average).
  • The Anteaters’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 12.2, up from 8.3 for the season.