The San Francisco Dons (4-0) hope to remain perfect when they go head-to-head against the Harvard Crimson (2-2) at War Memorial Gymnasium. The game gets underway at 10 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 21, 2018.
Harvard Crimson at San Francisco Dons ATS Prediction
The Crimson are hoping for a better outcome after their 76-74 loss to the Rhode Island Rams in their last outing. Rhode Island’s 13.7 turnover percentage was their largest strength over Harvard, who had a mark of 26.7. The Rams’ mark was worse than their season average of 11.0, while the Crimson’s was above their season average of 19.1. Justin Bassey led Harvard in scoring with 23 points on 7-for-9 shooting.
In the Dons’ last matchup, they won big over the LIU Brooklyn Blackbirds, 84-52. The Dons held the Blackbirds to an offensive rebounding percentage of 18.8 (below their season average of 30.9) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.336 (below their season average of 0.551). With 18 points and seven rebounds, Jimbo Lull had a good game for San Francisco.
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when a pair of the nation’s slowest-paced teams battle. San Francisco ranks 303rd in possessions per game (67.2) and Harvard is 282nd (67.7) dating back to last season. Moreover, the Crimson, who rank 263rd in offensive rebounding percentage (26.5 percent), could have a tough time getting second chance points against the Dons, who rank 29th in defensive rebounding percentage (75.4 percent).
Harvard Crimson at San Francisco Dons Betting Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Harvard ranks 28th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while San Francisco ranks 220th (3.9).
The Dons rank 14th in three pointers allowed per game (17.7) while the Crimson rank 121st (21.1).
San Francisco ranks 13th in assists allowed per game (10.0) while Harvard ranks 87th (12.3).
The Crimson rank 39th in rebounds allowed per game (32.1) while the Dons rank 104th (33.7).
San Francisco ranks 204th in steals per game (5.6) while Harvard ranks 226th (5.3).
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