The Rutgers Scarlet Knights and Fairleigh Dickinson Knights commence the new season at Louis Brown Athletic Center. The game gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Fairleigh Dickinson Knights at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Betting Prediction
Last season, Fairleigh Dickinson failed to make the tournament following a 13-18 regular season campaign. Rutgers also was unable reach the tournament following a 15-19 regular season.
The offensive glass could be a major edge for Rutgers in this contest. The Scarlet Knights ranked 41st in offensive rebounding percentage (33.7 percent), while Fairleigh Dickinson ranked 342nd in defensive rebounding percentage (65.6 percent) in the 2017-18 season.
Rutgers won the lone contest against the Knights last season, 92-54. Rutgers had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (41.2 vs. 22.2) and had a much better free throw rate (0.306 vs. 0.186).
Rutgers is a member of the Big Ten Conference, having moved from the Big East Conference a few years ago. The Scarlet Knights will be big favorites in this game against Fairleigh Dickinson of the Northeast Conference.
Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Fairleigh Dickinson, ATS Winner – Fairleigh Dickinson, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Rutgers ranks 99th in assists allowed per game (12.6) while Fairleigh Dickinson ranks 240th (14.6).
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