Wagner Seahawks at NJIT Highlanders ATS Prediction 11/16/19

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The NJIT Highlanders (1-2) open their home schedule at Wellness and Events Center against the Wagner Seahawks (1-2). Action begins at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 16, 2019.

Wagner Seahawks vs. NJIT Highlanders Betting Odds

Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Highlanders barely escaped the Cornell Big Red 59-58, while the Seahawks dismantled the Wesley College Wolverines 97-67.

Wagner played a nearly flawless game. They had a fantastic effective field goal percentage of 0.672 and a turnover percentage of 19.3. For those same stats, Wesley College was 0.509 and 25.5, respectively. NJIT, on the other hand, dominated nearly every facet of their game. They had a free throw rate of 0.211 and a turnover percentage of 13.8. For those same stats, Cornell put up marks of 0.107 and 17.8, respectively. NJIT was lifted by Zach Cooks, who contributed 22 points and six rebounds. Curtis Cobb, meanwhile was a key piece for Wagner with 40 points and six steals.

The Highlanders won the sole contest between these two teams last season, 71-60. One of NJIT’s biggest strengths was getting to the charity stripe. They had 42 free throw attempts, while Wagner had 30.

The aggressive NJIT offense looks poised to dominate from the foul line. The Highlanders rank 63rd in the country with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.266, while Wagner ranks 349th in FTA rate allowed (0.327) since last season.

Wagner Seahawks vs. NJIT Highlanders ATS Pick

Basketball Tip: SU Winner – NJIT, ATS Winner – NJIT, O/U – Under

Betting Notes (2018-Present):

  • Wagner ranks 51st in three pointers attempted per game (25.7) while NJIT ranks 236th (20.4).
  • The Seahawks average 3.5 blocks per game, which ranks 128th in the country. The Highlanders rank 161st in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
  • NJIT ranks 154th in steals per game (6.2) while Wagner ranks 158th in steals allowed per game (6.4).
  • The Seahawks rank 116th in rebounds per game (36.6) while the Highlanders rank 259th (33.6).
  • Wagner ranks 249th in assists per game (12.0) while NJIT ranks 303rd (10.6).