The Massachusetts Minutemen (7-12, 0-6 A10) will attempt to put an end to their seven-game losing streak when they clash with the Rhode Island Rams (11-7, 4-2 A10) at William D. Mullins Center. The game begins at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, January 27, 2019.
Rhode Island Rams vs. Massachusetts Minutemen ATS Prediction
In the Rams’ last outing, they beat the VCU Rams, 71-65. Rhode Island’s 16.2 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over VCU, who had a mark of 23.5. With 19 points on 7-for-16 shooting, Fatts Russell was the game’s high scorer.
The Minutemen were beaten by the St. Bonaventure Bonnies in their last outing, 65-51. One of St. Bonaventure’s biggest strengths was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 12-13 (92.3 percent), while the Minutemen were just 3-5 (60.0 percent). Massachusetts’ Luwane Pipkins put up 12 points and five assists in the contest.
After the Rams won both matchups against the Minutemen last season, these teams will meet for the first time this year. In the last matchup, Rhode Island won 85-83. Rhode Island had a better turnover percentage (11.8 vs. 16.7). Massachusetts, meanwhile, did a terrific job of converting from the charity stripe (24-25; 96.0 percent).
The offense of Massachusetts will clash against the elite defense of Rhode Island. The Minutemen currently rank 192nd in offensive efficiency, while the Rams are 39th in defensive efficiency. The Rams figure to have the advantage on that side of the ball.
Rhode Island Rams vs. Massachusetts Minutemen Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Rhode Island, ATS Winner – Rhode Island, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Rhode Island ranks 42nd in assists allowed per game (11.1) while Massachusetts ranks 200th (14.9).
The Minutemen rank 102nd in three pointers attempted per game (24.2) while the Rams rank 251st (19.2).
Rhode Island ranks 44th in rebounds per game (38.9) while Massachusetts ranks 174th (34.7).
The Rams rank 52nd in steals per game (7.6) while the Minutemen rank 112th in steals allowed per game (6.4).
Rhode Island averages 4.0 blocks per game, which ranks 61st in the NCAA. Massachusetts ranks 88th in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
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The Rams’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 4.6, down from 4.8 for the season.
During their last five games, the Minutemen have scored an average of 58.6 points per game (14.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 67.6 points per game (5.7 below their season average).
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