The James Madison Dukes (4-0) hope to remain perfect when they square off with the Citadel Bulldogs (2-2) at JMU Convocation Center. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 20, 2018.
Citadel Bulldogs vs. James Madison Dukes Free Prediction
In the Bulldogs’ last matchup, they were blown out by the Texas Longhorns, 97-69. Texas’ 7.0 turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over Citadel, who had a mark of 22.8. The Longhorns’ mark was better than their season average of 15.8, while the Bulldogs’ was above their season average of 12.2. Lew Stallworth was the game’s high scorer with 21 points on 9-for-13 shooting.
The Dukes defeated the Charlotte 49ers in their last game, 64-59. The Dukes made 18 of their 23 free throws (78.3 percent) and held the 49ers to an effective field goal percentage of 0.434 (below their season average of 0.516). With six points and 12 rebounds, James Madison’s Dwight Wilson had a solid outing.
The Bulldogs won the sole game against the Dukes last season, 84-82. Citadel’s effective field goal percentage was its biggest advantage over James Madison. The Bulldogs had a rate of 0.653 while the Dukes posted a mark of 0.471.
This game should be a battle of conflicting paces. Citadel ranks second in possessions per game (80.3) while James Madison is 142nd (70.4) dating back to the 2017-18 season.
Citadel at James Madison Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – James Madison, ATS Winner – James Madison, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Citadel ranks 12th in assists per game (16.9) while James Madison ranks 264th (12.0).
The Dukes rank 37th in steals per game (7.6) while the Bulldogs rank 269th in steals allowed per game (7.8).
Citadel ranks second in three pointers attempted per game (35.9) while James Madison ranks 186th (21.5).
The Dukes rank 145th in rebounds per game (36.0) while the Bulldogs rank 323rd in rebounds allowed per game (43.2).
James Madison ranks 129th in blocks allowed per game (3.2) while Citadel ranks 247th (4.2).
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