The Louisville Cardinals (8-3) welcome the Robert Morris Colonials (4-7) to KFC Yum! Center as they try to extend their seven-game home winning streak. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, December 21, 2018, and will air on ACC Network.
Robert Morris Colonials at Louisville Cardinals Betting Prediction
The Colonials are trying to rebound after their 83-62 loss to the USC Trojans in their last matchup. Getting to the free throw line was one of USC’s largest strengths. They made 25 trips to the line, while Robert Morris went just 11 times. Koby Thomas had a solid game for Robert Morris, contributing 16 points and 10 rebounds.
In the Cardinals’ last game, they beat the Nicholls Colonels, 85-72. Getting to the free throw line was one of Louisville’s biggest strengths. They had 55 free throw attempts, 39 more than Nicholls. Steven Enoch was Louisville’s leading scorer with 15 points on 3-for-4 shooting from the field.
Jordan Nwora has averaged 0 points over the last five games for Louisville.
Louisville should have the edge on the offensive side of the ball. The Cardinals currently rank 39th in offensive efficiency, while Robert Morris ranks 172nd in defensive efficiency.
Robert Morris Colonials vs. Louisville Cardinals Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Louisville, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Robert Morris ranks 50th in steals per game (7.5) while Louisville ranks 159th (5.4).
The Cardinals rank 81st in rebounds per game (38.0) while the Colonials rank 186th in rebounds allowed per game (36.5).
Robert Morris ranks 44th in three pointers allowed per game (20.2) while Louisville ranks 79th (20.8).
The Cardinals rank 84th in blocks per game (3.5) while the Colonials rank 98th in blocks allowed per game (2.7).
Bettings Trends:
The Colonials have outscored opponents by an average of 6.0 points in their last five games. For the season, Robert Morris has been defeated by an average of 2.6 points.
During their last five games, the Cardinals have scored an average of 86.0 points per game (5.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 74.6 points per game (5.2 above their season average).
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