A low-scoring game should be expected when the Harvard Crimson (3-3) and the Holy Cross Crusaders (4-2) go head-to-head at Lavietes Pavilion. The game is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 28, 2018.
Holy Cross Crusaders at Harvard Crimson Betting Prediction
The Crusaders come in on a high note after topping the Albany Great Danes in their last game, 69-65. The Crusaders had a free throw rate of 0.214 (above their season average of 0.128) and had a turnover percentage of 12.2 (better than their season average of 13.9). Jehyve Floyd played well for Holy Cross, recording 12 points, six assists and six blocks.
The last time the Crimson took the floor, they beat the Saint Mary’s Gaels, 74-68. Harvard’s 0.592 effective field goal percentage was their biggest strength over Saint Mary’s, who had a mark of 0.473. The Crimson’s mark was above their season average of 0.551. Henry Welsh led Harvard in scoring with 15 points on 7-for-11 shooting from the field.
Half-court execution will be at a premium when a pair of the nation’s slowest-paced teams battle. Harvard ranks 279th in possessions per game (67.8) and Holy Cross is 350th (63.7) dating back to last season. Moreover, put-back points could be few and far between for the Crusaders. They rank 347th in the nation in offensive rebounding percentage at 20.5 percent, while the Crimson have been 22nd-best on the defensive glass (defensive rebounding percentage of 75.8 percent).
The Crusaders won the only game against the Crimson last season, 73-69. The Crusaders’ turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Crimson. Holy Cross had a rate of 18.0, while Harvard posted a mark of 26.9.
Holy Cross Crusaders vs. Harvard Crimson Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Holy Cross, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Harvard ranks 120th in three pointers allowed per game (21.0) while Holy Cross ranks 232nd (23.3).
The Crimson rank 216th in rebounds per game (34.4) while the Crusaders rank 322nd (28.7).
Holy Cross ranks 143rd in steals allowed per game (6.1) while Harvard ranks 233rd (6.9).
The Crimson are 21st in the NCAA with 2.4 blocks allowed per game while the Crusaders are 23rd with 2.5 blocks allowed per game.
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