It will be a battle between CAA opponents when the James Madison Dukes (7-8, 0-2 CAA) welcome the UNCW Seahawks (4-10, 0-1 CAA) to the JMU Convocation Center. The game gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 3, 2019.
UNCW Seahawks vs. James Madison Dukes Free Prediction
In the Seahawks’ last game, they were defeated by the Campbell Fighting Camels, 97-93. Campbell’s 7.8 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over UNCW, who had a mark of 19.4. Ty Taylor was UNCW’s high scorer with 29 points on 8-for-17 shooting.
The Dukes had no trouble getting past the Eastern Mennonite Royals in their last game, 86-58. The Dukes had a much better turnover percentage (16.1 vs. 25.5) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (46.3 vs. 34.2). Darius Banks was the game’s leading scorer with 22 points on 9-for-13 shooting from the field.
After splitting two games last season, this will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams. The Dukes won the last matchup 62-61. The Dukes’ 37.8 offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest advantage over the Seahawks, who had a mark of 27.0.
Both teams have had a player step their game up over their last five games. Devontae Cacok (0 points) has been fantastic for the Seahawks while Banks (0 points) has contributed greatly to the Dukes.
The offensive glass could be a major edge for James Madison in this matchup. The Dukes rank 40th in offensive rebounding percentage (34.7 percent), while UNCW ranks 179th in defensive rebounding percentage (71.8 percent).
UNCW Seahawks at James Madison Dukes Free Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – UNCW, ATS Winner – UNCW, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes:
James Madison ranks 63rd in three pointers allowed per game (20.4) while UNCW ranks 230th (25.8).
The Dukes rank 62nd in steals per game (7.5) while the Seahawks rank 171st in steals allowed per game (7.9).
UNCW averages 15.1 assists per game, which ranks 65th in the nation. James Madison ranks 155th in assists allowed per game (14.1).
Bettings Trends:
The Seahawks have outscored opponents by an average of 3.0 points in their last five games. On the season, UNCW has been defeated by an average of 5.1 points.
During their last five games, the Dukes have scored an average of 77.4 points per game (8.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 67.8 points per game (2.9 below their season average).
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