It will be a battle between Pat opponents when the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds (8-13, 4-4 Pat) welcome the American University Eagles (10-9, 4-4 Pat) to Reitz Arena. The game is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 30, 2019.
American University Eagles vs. Loyola Maryland Greyhounds ATS Prediction
The Eagles come in on a high note after topping the Bucknell Bison in their last outing, 76-68. One of American University’s largest advantages was getting to the charity stripe. They had 45 free throw attempts, 20 more than Bucknell. American University was led by Stacy Beckton Jr., who put up 12 points and 10 rebounds.
In the Greyhounds’ last matchup, they were victorious over the Colgate Raiders, 79-72. The Greyhounds forced 20 turnovers, while the Raiders had a free throw rate of 0.145 (below their season average of 0.199). Chuck Champion was the top scorer from either team with 19 points on 7-for-14 shooting from the field.
After splitting two games last season, these teams will meet for the first time this year. In the most recent matchup, the Greyhounds won 72-69. The Greyhounds had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (44.0 vs. 28.1) and had a much better free throw rate (0.413 vs. 0.288).
American University figures to have the edge on the defensive side of the ball. The Eagles rank 37th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.465), while Loyola Maryland is 191st in effective field goal percentage (0.512).
American University Eagles vs. Loyola Maryland Greyhounds Betting Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – American University, ATS Winner – American University, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes:
American University ranks 98th in assists allowed per game (12.6) while Loyola Maryland ranks 232nd (15.7).
The Eagles rank 52nd in blocks per game (4.2) while the Greyhounds rank 174th in blocks allowed per game (5.0).
American University averages 7.3 steals per game, which ranks 65th in the country. Loyola Maryland ranks 161st in steals allowed per game (7.2).
The Eagles rank eighth in three pointers allowed per game (17.5) while the Greyhounds rank 95th (21.1).
American University ranks 204th in rebounds per game (34.3) while Loyola Maryland ranks 250th (33.0).
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The Eagles have scored an equal number of points as their opponents. For the season, American University has defeated opponents by an average of 3.4 points.
During their last five games, the Greyhounds have scored an average of 72.2 points per game (0.8 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.0 points per game (9.8 below their season average).
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