The Howard Bison (10-22, 7-9 MEAC) go head-to-head with the Florida A&M Rattlers (8-24, 7-9 MEAC) in the Mid-Eastern Conference Tourney at Norfolk Scope Arena. The game is scheduled to start at 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 6, 2018.
Florida A&M Rattlers vs. Howard Bison Betting Prediction
In the Rattlers’ last contest, they were topped by the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats, 89-77. Bethune-Cookman made good use of their 26 trips to the free throw line, making 22 of them (84.6 percent). Florida A&M, on the other hand, was just 11-17 (64.7 percent). Marcus Barham was the game’s leading scorer with 28 points on 9-for-18 shooting.
The Bison were victorious over the Coppin State Eagles in their last matchup, 78-71. The Bison had an absurd offensive rebounding percentage of 43.2 (above their season average of 28.5), while the Eagles had a free throw rate of 0.111 (below their season average of 0.203). With 25 points, 10 assists and six rebounds, Howard’s RJ Cole had a solid outing.
Barham has averaged 18.0 points over the last five games for Florida A&M.
The two teams have split their two matchups this season. The Bison won the most recent matchup 83-80. The Bison had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (34.1 vs. 27.8) and had a better turnover percentage (12.3 vs. 14.0). Desmond Williams had a double-double in the loss with 33 points and 13 rebounds.
Florida A&M Rattlers vs. Howard Bison Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Florida A&M, ATS Winner – Florida A&M, O/U – Over
Notes
Betting Notes:
Howard ranks 106th in three pointers attempted per game (23.4) while Florida A&M ranks 264th (18.2).
The Bison average 34.8 rebounds per game, which ranks 162nd in the nation. The Rattlers rank 278th in rebounds allowed per game (38.9).
Florida A&M ranks 179th in assists allowed per game (14.0) while Howard ranks 250th (15.7).
Bettings Trends:
The Rattlers’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 5.4, down from 10.8 for the season.
During their last five games, the Bison have scored an average of 76.0 points per game (1.9 above their season average) and allowed an average of 78.0 points per game (2.2 below their season average).
