The Iona Gaels (2-3) and the Ohio Bobcats (3-2), who both like to play up-tempo, will go head-to-head at Convocation Center. The game is scheduled to get underway at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 27, 2018.
Iona Gaels vs. Ohio Bobcats Free Prediction
In the Gaels’ last contest, they were beaten by the Providence Friars, 91-79. Providence out-rebounded Iona. The Friars had more offensive rebounds (14 vs. seven) and total rebounds (35 vs. 30). E.J. Crawford was Iona’s leading scorer with 21 points on 8-for-18 shooting.
The Bobcats edged the Austin Peay Governors in their last matchup, 85-82. Ohio won the rebounding battle. The Bobcats had more offensive rebounds (14 vs. nine), defensive rebounds (36 vs. 32) and total rebounds (50 vs. 41). Jason Carter was the game’s high scorer with 25 points on 11-for-22 shooting from the field.
The Gaels won the sole game against the Bobcats last season, 93-88. The Gaels had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (26.3 vs. 19.4) and had a better free throw rate (0.183 vs. 0.138).
There should be a fair amount of transition action in this contest that showcases two of the NCAA’s more fast-breaking teams. Ohio ranks 19th in possessions per game (74.3) and Iona is 56th (72.5) dating back to the 2017-18 season. Moreover, the Gaels, who rank 308th in offensive rebounding percentage (24.5 percent), will battle against the Bobcats, who rank 46th in defensive rebounding percentage (74.6 percent).
Iona Gaels vs. Ohio Bobcats Free Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Ohio, ATS Winner – Iona, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Iona averages 24.8 three pointers per game, which ranks 58th in the country. Ohio ranks 291st in three pointers allowed per game (24.4).
The Bobcats rank 90th in rebounds per game (37.2) while the Gaels rank 275th (33.2).
Iona ranks 22nd in steals allowed per game (5.1) while Ohio ranks 175th (6.4).
The Bobcats rank 105th in assists allowed per game (12.6) while the Gaels rank 257th (14.8).
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