The Fairfield Stags (1-2) take on the Wagner Seahawks (1-2) at Webster Bank Arena at Harbor Yard. The game gets underway at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 17, 2018.
Wagner Seahawks at Fairfield Stags Betting Prediction
In the Seahawks’ last contest, they dismantled the SUNY-Cortland Red Dragons, 90-58. The Seahawks had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (48.5 vs. 15.6) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.598 vs. 0.398). Wagner rallied around Romone Saunders, who was the top scorer from either team with 26 points on 9-for-17 shooting.
The Stags lost a tough one against the LIU Brooklyn Blackbirds in their last matchup, 89-87. LIU Brooklyn’s 12.7 turnover percentage was their biggest strength over Fairfield, who had a rate of 16.6. With 17 points on 6-for-10 shooting, Jesus Cruz led Fairfield in scoring.
The offense of Fairfield will square off against the stingy defense of Wagner. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, the Stags rank 228th in offensive efficiency, while the Seahawks are 77th in defensive efficiency. The Seahawks should have the edge on that side of the ball.
The Seahawks won the sole game against the Stags last season, 78-76. The Seahawks had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (27.5 vs. 22.5) and had a better free throw rate (0.386 vs. 0.350).
Wagner Seahawks at Fairfield Stags Betting Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Wagner, ATS Winner – Wagner, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Wagner averages 39.3 rebounds per game, which ranks 18th in the nation. Fairfield ranks 272nd in rebounds allowed per game (37.6).
The Stags rank 26th in three pointers attempted per game (26.5) while the Seahawks rank 99th (23.7).
Fairfield averages 2.8 blocks per game, which ranks 196th in the nation. Wagner ranks 206th in blocks allowed per game (3.8).
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