The Providence Friars (8-3) clash against the Albany Great Danes (3-8) at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center. The game is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, December 18, 2018.
Albany Great Danes vs. Providence Friars Betting Prediction
In the Great Danes’ last contest, they were defeated by the Iona Gaels, 72-68. Iona’s 16.0 turnover percentage was their biggest strength over Albany, who had a rate of 25.3. Devonte Campbell played well for Albany, contributing 17 points and 10 rebounds.
The Friars were victorious over the Siena Saints in their last contest, 77-67. Providence’s offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over Siena. The Friars had a rate of 44.0, while the Saints posted a mark of 31.0. With 16 points, 11 rebounds and five assists, Providence’s Alpha Diallo played well.
Diallo has averaged 0 points over the last five games for Providence.
The offensive glass should be a major advantage for Providence in this matchup. The Friars are among the nation’s elite on the offensive glass, ranking 45th in offensive rebounding percentage at 34.6 percent. Meanwhile, Albany ranks 253rd in the NCAA at corralling defensive rebounds with a defensive rebounding percentage of 69.7 percent.
Albany Great Danes at Providence Friars Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Providence ranks 63rd in assists per game (15.1) while Albany ranks 213th in assists allowed per game (16.1).
The Great Danes rank 86th in three pointers attempted per game (24.1) while the Friars rank 228th (19.2).
Providence ranks 35th in blocks per game (4.5) while Albany ranks 174th (1.9).
The Friars average 37.1 rebounds per game, which ranks 105th in the country. The Great Danes rank 163rd in rebounds allowed per game (36.0).
Bettings Trends:
The Great Danes have outscored opponents by an average of 1.6 points in their last five games. On the season, Albany has been defeated by an average of 1.5 points.
During their last five games, the Friars have scored an average of 70.0 points per game (5.8 below their season average) and allowed an average of 68.8 points per game (1.1 below their season average).
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