It will be a battle between Big East opponents when the Providence Friars (10-3) welcome the Creighton Bluejays (9-4) to the Dunkin’ Donuts Center. The game starts at 4 p.m. ET on Monday, December 31, 2018.
Creighton Bluejays vs. Providence Friars Free Prediction
The Bluejays come in on a high note after beating the Western Illinois Leathernecks in their last game, 78-67. The Bluejays had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.548 vs. 0.428) and had a better free throw rate (0.143 vs. 0.116). Creighton received a boost from Martin Krampelj, who was the team’s leading scorer with 13 points on 5-for-9 shooting.
The last time the Friars played, they defeated the Siena Saints, 77-67. Providence’s 44.0 offensive rebounding percentage was their largest strength over Siena, who had a mark of 31.0. With 16 points, 11 rebounds and five assists, Providence’s Alpha Diallo played well.
After the Friars won two out of three games against the Bluejays last season, this will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams. In the most recent game, Providence won 72-68. The Friars had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (33.3 vs. 19.4) and had a better free throw rate (0.292 vs. 0.203).
Both teams have had a player step their game up over their last five games. Ty-Shon Alexander (0 points) has been stellar for the Bluejays while Diallo (0 points) has made solid contributions to the Friars.
Creighton should have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. The Bluejays rank 11th in offensive efficiency, while Providence ranks 123rd in defensive efficiency.
Creighton at Providence Odds Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Providence, ATS Winner – Creighton, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Creighton ranks 38th in three pointers attempted per game (26.8) while Providence ranks 233rd (18.6).
The Friars rank 49th in blocks per game (4.3) while the Bluejays rank 138th (2.5).
Creighton ranks 29th in assists per game (16.7) while Providence ranks 74th (14.8).
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The Bluejays’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 9.0, down from 10.8 for the season.
During their last five games, the Friars have scored an average of 70.0 points per game (5.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 68.8 points per game (1.3 above their season average).
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