The New Mexico Lobos (1-0) welcome the Iona Gaels (1-0) to Dreamstyle Arena for their home opener. The game starts at 9 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 13, 2018.
Iona Gaels vs. New Mexico Lobos Betting Prediction
In the Gaels’ last matchup, they topped the Albany Great Danes, 72-68. The Gaels had a much better turnover percentage (16.0 vs. 25.3) and had a better free throw rate (0.281 vs. 0.259). Rickey McGill fueled Iona with 12 points and nine assists.
The Lobos edged the CSUN Matadors in their last outing, 87-84. Getting to the charity stripe was one of New Mexico’s largest advantages. They had 29 free throw attempts, eight more than CSUN. With 15 points, New Mexico’s Dane Kuiper put together a good outing.
There should be plenty of transition offense in this matchup that features a pair of the country’s more up-and-down teams. New Mexico ranks 35th in possessions per game (73.2) and Iona is 60th (72.2) dating back to last season. Moreover, the Gaels have committed the 33rd-fewest errors in the NCAA (turnover percentage of 16.1 percent), while the pesky defense of the Lobos has caused the 20th-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 22.5 percent).
Iona Gaels at New Mexico Lobos Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – New Mexico, ATS Winner – New Mexico, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
New Mexico ranks 48th in assists per game (15.7) while Iona ranks 253rd in assists allowed per game (14.7).
The Lobos average 28.7 three pointers per game, which ranks 11th in the country. The Gaels rank 165th in three pointers allowed per game (22.0).
Iona ranks 20th in steals allowed per game (4.9) while New Mexico ranks 146th (6.1).
The Lobos rank 216th in rebounds allowed per game (35.9) while the Gaels rank 280th (37.7).
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