It will be a battle between Pat opponents when the Navy Midshipmen (7-14, 4-6 Pat) welcome the American University Eagles (12-9, 6-4 Pat) to Alumni Hall. The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, February 6, 2019.
American University Eagles vs. Navy Midshipmen ATS Prediction
The Eagles come in on a high note after topping the Holy Cross Crusaders in their last game, 66-49. The Eagles held the Crusaders to an effective field goal percentage of 0.375 (below their season average of 0.538). The Crusaders had a free throw rate of 0.125 (below their season average of 0.165). American University was lifted by Sa’eed Nelson, who recorded 15 points, nine assists and seven rebounds.
The last time the Midshipmen were in action, they barely escaped the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds, 71-68. The Midshipmen had a better free throw rate (0.179 vs. 0.079) and held the Greyhounds to an offensive rebounding percentage of 22.5 (below their season average of 28.7). With 10 points and nine rebounds, Navy’s George Kiernan had a solid performance.
Navy might have difficulty scoring as they battle against one of the NCAA’s best defenses. American University currently ranks 92nd in defensive efficiency while the Midshipmen rank 322nd in offensive efficiency.
This will be the second game of the season between these two squads. In the first, Nelson scored a game-high 25 points and the Eagles defeated the Midshipmen 71-63. He also had five rebounds. The Eagles made 16 of their 19 free throws (84.2 percent) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.539 vs. 0.450).
American University Eagles at Navy Midshipmen Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – American University, ATS Winner – American University, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
American University ranks fifth in three pointers allowed per game (17.2) while Navy ranks 223rd (24.7).
The Eagles rank 84th in assists allowed per game (12.2) while the Midshipmen rank 240th (16.0).
American University ranks 45th in steals per game (7.7) while Navy ranks 188th in steals allowed per game (7.6).
The Eagles average 4.1 blocks per game, which ranks 52nd in the nation. The Midshipmen rank 167th in blocks allowed per game (4.3).
Navy averages 38.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 60th in the NCAA. American University ranks 131st in rebounds allowed per game (34.8).
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The Eagles’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.0, up from 4.1 for the season.
During their last five games, the Midshipmen have scored an average of 65.4 points per game (0.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 72.6 points per game (0.4 above their season average).
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