The Monmouth Hawks (0-10) are looking for their first victory when they go head-to-head with the Albany Great Danes (2-6) at SEFCU Arena. The game gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 8, 2018.
Monmouth Hawks vs. Albany Great Danes Free Prediction
In the Hawks’ last contest, they were blown out by the Lehigh Mountain Hawks, 85-61. Lehigh’s rebounding was their largest strength. The Mountain Hawks had more offensive rebounds (11 vs. five), defensive rebounds (36 vs. 23) and total rebounds (47 vs. 28). Deion Hammond led Monmouth in scoring with 21 points on 7-for-16 shooting.
The Great Danes lost to the Iona Gaels in their last matchup, 72-68. Iona’s 16.0 turnover percentage was their biggest strength over Albany, who had a mark of 25.3. With 17 points and 10 rebounds, Devonte Campbell had a solid game for Albany.
The Hawks won the lone game against the Great Danes last season, 81-73. The Hawks’ 10.7 turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Great Danes, who had a mark of 18.4.
The offensive glass could be a major advantage for Albany in this battle. Since last season, the Great Danes rank 26th in offensive rebounding percentage (34.9 percent), while Monmouth ranks 266th in defensive rebounding percentage (72.4 percent).
Monmouth at Albany Odds Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Albany ranks 16th in rebounds allowed per game (30.9) while Monmouth ranks 237th (35.1).
The Great Danes rank 120th in three pointers allowed per game (21.4) while the Hawks rank 294th (26.6).
Monmouth ranks 81st in steals per game (6.5) while Albany ranks 248th (4.9).
The Great Danes rank 199th in assists per game (12.7) while the Hawks rank 277th (12.3).
Monmouth averages 2.4 blocks per game, which is ranked 205th in the nation. Albany ranks 217th in blocks allowed per game (4.3).
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