The Fordham Rams (9-11, 0-7 A10) look to put an end to their eight-game losing streak when they clash with the George Washington Colonials (6-14, 2-5 A10) at Charles E. Smith Center. The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 30, 2019.
Fordham Rams vs. George Washington Colonials Free Prediction
The Rams are trying to rebound after their 75-52 loss to the Dayton Flyers in their last outing. Dayton’s effective field goal percentage was their largest strength over Fordham. The Flyers had a rate of 0.563 (below their season average of 0.564), while the Rams posted a mark of 0.344 (below their season average of 0.504). Fordham’s Chuba Ohams had a solid game, contributing 10 points and eight rebounds.
The last time the Colonials played, they lost to the George Mason Patriots, 62-55. George Mason’s turnover percentage was their largest strength over George Washington. The Patriots had a rate of 11.9 (better than their season average of 16.5), while the Colonials posted a mark of 22.5 (above their season average of 16.2). George Washington’s Terry Nolan Jr. had a solid performance, leading the team in scoring with 15 points on 5-for-12 shooting.
George Washington might struggle to put up points as they face off against one of the NCAA’s best defenses. Fordham currently ranks 96th in defensive efficiency while the Colonials rank 336th in offensive efficiency.
After the Colonials won both contests against the Rams last season, these teams will go head-to-head for the first time this year. In the most recent contest, George Washington won 78-72. The Colonials had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (45.2 vs. 16.7) and had a better free throw rate (0.291 vs. 0.193).
Fordham Rams at George Washington Colonials Free Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Fordham ranks 43rd in three pointers attempted per game (26.2) while George Washington ranks 204th (20.6).
The Rams rank second in blocks allowed per game (1.6) while the Colonials rank 111th (3.5).
Fordham ranks 45th in steals allowed per game (5.5) while George Washington ranks 133rd (6.7).
The Rams rank 173rd in rebounds allowed per game (35.6) while the Colonials rank 258th (38.5).
Fordham ranks 222nd in assists per game (11.3) while George Washington ranks 232nd (11.0).
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The Rams have been outscored by an average of 7.6 points in their last five games. On the season, Fordham has defeated opponents by an average of 2.5 points.
During their last five games, the Colonials have scored an average of 63.4 points per game (0.8 below their season average) and allowed an average of 71.6 points per game (0.7 above their season average).
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