The East Carolina Pirates (1-0) clash with the James Madison Dukes (1-0) at Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum. The game starts at 7:45 p.m. ET on Friday, November 9, 2018, and will air on ESPN 3.
James Madison Dukes at East Carolina Pirates Free Prediction
The Dukes come in on a high note after dismantling the Eastern Mennonite Royals in their last game, 86-58. The Dukes had a much better turnover percentage (16.1 vs. 25.5) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (46.3 vs. 34.2). With 22 points on 9-for-13 shooting, Darius Banks was the game’s leading scorer.
The last time the Pirates were in action, they dismantled the Delaware State Hornets, 81-56. The Pirates had a much better free throw rate (0.344 vs. 0.158) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (35.9 vs. 20.5). Isaac Fleming led East Carolina in scoring with 12 points on 4-for-7 shooting from the field.
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
James Madison ranks 48th in steals per game (7.3) while East Carolina ranks 236th (5.2).
The Dukes average 36.1 rebounds per game, which ranks 134th in the country. The Pirates rank 248th in rebounds allowed per game (36.8).
James Madison ranks 156th in three pointers attempted per game (21.8) while East Carolina ranks 234th (19.7).
The Dukes rank 225th in assists allowed per game (14.3) while the Pirates rank 279th (15.7).
James Madison blocks 3.4 opponent shots per game, which ranks 133rd in the country. East Carolina ranks 135th in blocks allowed per game (3.4).
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