The Albany Great Danes (0-1) welcome the Boston University Terriers (2-1) to SEFCU Arena for their home opener. The game begins at 7:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 14, 2018.
Boston University Terriers vs. Albany Great Danes Free Prediction
The Terriers will be looking for a similar outcome after blowing out the Emerson Lions in their last contest, 94-57. The Terriers had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (38.2 vs. 21.3) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.620 vs. 0.360). Jack Hemphill played a key role for Boston University with 14 points and 12 rebounds.
In the Great Danes’ last game, they were beaten by the Iona Gaels, 72-68. Iona’s turnover percentage was their biggest strength over Albany. The Gaels had a rate of 16.0, while the Great Danes posted a mark of 25.3. With 17 points and 10 rebounds, Albany’s Devonte Campbell had a solid game.
The prolific offense of Albany will go head-to-head against the mid-tier defense of Boston University. Since the 2017-18 season, the Great Danes rank 70th in offensive efficiency, while the Terriers are 201st in defensive efficiency. The Great Danes figure to have the advantage on that end of the court. Additionally, the Terriers, who rank 298th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.202), could have a difficult time getting to the line against the Great Danes, who rank 48th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.198).
The Great Danes won the only game against the Terriers last season, 88-74. The Great Danes knocked down 21 of their 29 free throws (72.4 percent) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (34.5 vs. 22.2).
Boston University Terriers vs. Albany Great Danes ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Boston University, ATS Winner – Boston University, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Boston University ranks 61st in steals per game (7.1) while Albany ranks 274th (4.5).
The Terriers rank 97th in blocks allowed per game (3.0) while the Great Danes rank 236th (4.2).
Albany ranks eighth in rebounds allowed per game (30.2) while Boston University ranks 92nd (33.5).
The Terriers rank 246th in three pointers attempted per game (19.8) while the Great Danes rank 319th (15.9).
Boston University averages 13.6 assists per game, which ranks 156th in the NCAA. Albany ranks 164th in assists allowed per game (13.6).
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