UNCW Seahawks vs. Drexel Dragons Free Prediction 12/30/19

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The UNCW Seahawks (5-9, 0-1 CAA) and the Drexel Dragons (7-7, 0-1 CAA) battle at John A Daskalakis Center. The Seahawks will attempt to put an end to their six-game losing streak. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, December 30, 2019.

UNCW Seahawks vs. Drexel Dragons ATS Odds

Both teams were beaten in their last contest. The Dragons fell to the Charleston Cougars, 76-65, while the Seahawks were defeated by the Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens, 82-68.

UNCW had a better turnover percentage (14.2 vs. 15.6) while Drexel had an offensive rebounding percentage of 38.9 (above their season average of 31.9). Drexel’s James Butler led the way, contributing 18 points and 13 rebounds. Shykeim Phillips fueled UNCW with 10 points.

This series was highly competitive last year, as the teams split their two games last season. The Dragons won the most recent contest 69-57. Drexel’s 0.236 free throw rate was their largest advantage over UNCW, who had a mark of 0.111. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.

Drexel may have trouble getting to the free throw line in this battle. The Dragons rank 179th in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.222, while UNCW ranks 55th in FTA rate allowed (0.166).

UNCW vs. Drexel Odds Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Drexel, ATS Winner – UNCW, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Drexel ranks 38th in three pointers allowed per game (18.9) while UNCW ranks 171st (23.4).
  • The Dragons average 36.6 rebounds per game, which ranks 115th in the nation. The Seahawks rank 136th in rebounds allowed per game (34.9).
  • Drexel ranks 72nd in blocks per game (3.8) while UNCW ranks 76th in blocks allowed per game (3.1).
  • The Dragons average 15.1 assists per game, which ranks 58th in the country. The Seahawks rank 163rd in assists allowed per game (13.8).
  • UNCW averages 6.0 steals per game, which ranks 157th in the nation. Drexel ranks 189th in steals allowed per game (8.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Dragons’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 5.2, up from 1.2 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Seahawks have scored an average of 63.0 points per game (9.6 below their season average) and allowed an average of 78.0 points per game (4.9 above their season average).