It will be a battle between CAA opponents when the UNCW Seahawks (6-10, 2-1 CAA) welcome the Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens (11-6, 3-1 CAA) to Raiford G. Trask Coliseum. The game is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 10, 2019.
Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens vs. UNCW Seahawks Free Prediction
In the Fightin’ Blue Hens’ last matchup, they were defeated by the Maryland Terrapins, 73-67. One of Maryland’s largest advantages was getting to the charity stripe. They had 30 free throw attempts, while Delaware had just 11. Eric Carter was the top scorer from either team with 29 points on 12-for-14 shooting.
The Seahawks were beaten by the Campbell Fighting Camels in their last game, 97-93. Campbell’s 7.8 turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over UNCW, who had a rate of 19.4. Ty Taylor had a solid game for UNCW, leading the team in scoring with 29 points on 8-for-17 shooting.
After the Fightin’ Blue Hens won both games against the Seahawks last season, these teams will clash for the first time this year. In the last game, Delaware won 96-76. The Fightin’ Blue Hens had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.681 vs. 0.460) and had a better turnover percentage (7.9 vs. 8.7).
Both teams have had a player take their game to the next level over their last five games. Carter (0 points) has been great for the Fightin’ Blue Hens while Devontae Cacok (0 points) has contributed greatly to the Seahawks.
The offensive glass could be a solid advantage for UNCW in this meeting. The Seahawks rank 45th in offensive rebounding percentage (34.3 percent), while Delaware ranks 167th in defensive rebounding percentage (72.3 percent).
Delaware vs. UNCW ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – UNCW, ATS Winner – UNCW, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
UNCW averages 15.8 assists per game, which ranks 48th in the NCAA. Delaware ranks 151st in assists allowed per game (13.8).
The Fightin’ Blue Hens average 21.9 three pointers per game, which ranks 154th in the nation. The Seahawks rank 221st in three pointers allowed per game (25.8).
UNCW ranks 72nd in rebounds per game (38.3) while Delaware ranks 116th in rebounds allowed per game (34.6).
The Seahawks rank 40th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while the Fightin’ Blue Hens rank 66th (2.9).
Bettings Trends:
The Fightin’ Blue Hens’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 16.4, up from 1.8 for the season.
During their last five games, the Seahawks have scored an average of 80.8 points per game (4.5 above their season average) and allowed an average of 77.8 points per game (2.3 below their season average).
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