The FIU Golden Panthers (6-1) and the FGCU Eagles (2-6), who both like to play fast, will battle at Alico Arena. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 28, 2018.
FIU Golden Panthers at FGCU Eagles Betting Prediction
The Golden Panthers come in on a high note after blowing out the Ave Maria Gyrenes in their last matchup, 104-84. FIU’s 13.9 turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over Ave Maria, who had a rate of 31.5. FIU was lifted by Trejon Jacob, who was the top scorer from either team with 21 points on 8-for-11 shooting.
In the Eagles’ previous outing, they were beaten by the Florida Atlantic Owls, 85-68. Florida Atlantic won the rebounding battle. The Owls had more offensive rebounds (17 vs. five), defensive rebounds (25 vs. 22) and total rebounds (42 vs. 27). With 20 points on 7-for-11 shooting, Haanif Cheatham was FGCU’s leading scorer.
There could be plenty of transition action in this contest that features two of the NCAA’s more fast-breaking teams. FGCU ranks 45th in possessions per game (72.9) and FIU is 24th (73.9) dating back to the 2017-18 season.
The Golden Panthers won the only game against the Eagles last season, 91-88. The Golden Panthers had a much better free throw rate (0.558 vs. 0.311) and had a much better turnover percentage (13.2 vs. 20.7).
FIU Golden Panthers at FGCU Eagles ATS Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – FIU, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
FGCU ranks 84th in assists per game (14.8) while FIU ranks 167th in assists allowed per game (13.3).
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