The Penn State Nittany Lions (4-0) try to remain unbeaten when they challenge the Yale Bulldogs (3-2) at Bryce Jordan Center. Action gets underway at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 23, 2019.
Yale Bulldogs at Penn State Nittany Lions Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Nittany Lions easily got past the Bucknell Bison 98-70, while the Bulldogs defeated the Siena Saints 100-89.
Yale’s effective field goal percentage was their largest advantage over Siena. The Bulldogs had a rate of 0.603 (above their season average of 0.496), while the Saints posted a mark of 0.354 (below their season average of 0.498). The Nittany Lions, meanwhile, had a much better free throw rate (0.231 vs. 0.043) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.638 (above their season average of 0.565). Lamar Stevens played a pivotal role for Penn State with 27 points and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Azar Swain played well for Yale, recording 25 points, eight rebounds and six assists.
Penn State might struggle to put up points as they face off against one of the country’s best defenses. Yale ranks 80th in defensive efficiency, while the Nittany Lions rank 191st in offensive efficiency dating back to last season.
Yale Bulldogs at Penn State Nittany Lions Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Penn State, ATS Winner – Penn State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Penn State ranks 11th in three pointers allowed per game (18.5) while Yale ranks 239th (23.8).
- The Bulldogs average 39.2 rebounds per game, which ranks 28th in the nation. The Nittany Lions rank 143rd in rebounds allowed per game (34.5).
- Yale averages 4.6 blocks per game, which is ranked 30th in the nation. Penn State ranks 143rd in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
- The Nittany Lions average 8.0 steals per game, which ranks 29th in the country. The Bulldogs rank 238th in steals allowed per game (7.1).
- Yale ranks ninth in assists per game (16.9) while Penn State ranks 197th (12.7).
