The Duquesne Dukes (3-0) try to stay unbeaten when they clash against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish (3-1) at Purcell Pavilion at the Joyce Center. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 20, 2018, and will air on ACC Network.
Duquesne Dukes at Notre Dame Fighting Irish Betting Prediction
In the Dukes’ last matchup, they beat the Radford Highlanders, 69-64. The Dukes had a much better free throw rate (0.346 vs. 0.241) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (30.6 vs. 24.2). Duquesne was led by Eric Williams Jr., who put up 14 points and 10 rebounds.
The Fighting Irish defeated the William & Mary Tribe in their last matchup, 73-64. The Fighting Irish held the Tribe to an offensive rebounding percentage of 14.3 (below their season average of 31.8). The Tribe also had a turnover percentage of 22.9 (above their season average of 18.5). With 13 points and 11 rebounds, John Mooney played well for Notre Dame.
Half-court execution will be at a premium when two of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams face off. Notre Dame ranks 317th in possessions per game (66.6) and Duquesne is 268th (67.9) since the 2017-18 season.
Duquesne Dukes at Notre Dame Fighting Irish Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Duquesne, ATS Winner – Duquesne, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Duquesne averages 4.2 blocks per game, which ranks 62nd in the nation. Notre Dame ranks 169th in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
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