The Brown Bears get their season going on the road against the LIU Brooklyn Blackbirds (1-0) at Steinberg Wellness Center. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Brown Bears at LIU Brooklyn Blackbirds Free Prediction
In the Blackbirds’ previous outing, they won big over the College of New Rochelle Blue Angels, 109-76. The Blackbirds had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.597 vs. 0.363) and had a better free throw rate (0.221 vs. 0.179). With 21 points, 10 rebounds and six assists, LIU Brooklyn’s Ty Flowers played well.
Last season, Brown did not make the tournament following an 11-16 regular season campaign.
There should be plenty of transition offense in this battle that showcases two of the country’s more up-tempo teams. LIU Brooklyn ranks 45th in possessions per game (72.9) and Brown was 33rd (73.3) since last season.
The Bears won the lone contest against the Blackbirds last season, 94-86. The Bears made 31 of their 41 free throws (75.6 percent) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (38.7 vs. 22.0).
Brown Bears vs. LIU Brooklyn Blackbirds Free Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – LIU Brooklyn, ATS Winner – LIU Brooklyn, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
LIU Brooklyn ranks 33rd in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while Brown ranks 231st (4.7).
The Blackbirds rank 42nd in rebounds per game (38.5) while the Bears rank 191st in rebounds allowed per game (35.5).
Brown averages 6.4 steals per game, which ranks 119th in the NCAA. LIU Brooklyn ranks 204th in steals allowed per game (6.8).
The Blackbirds rank 195th in assists per game (13.0) while the Bears rank 226th (12.5).
LIU Brooklyn ranks 96th in three pointers attempted per game (23.7) while Brown ranks 99th in three pointers allowed per game (20.6).
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