The Furman Paladins (1-0) head to Loyola Chicago to take on the Ramblers (1-0) in a matchup that pits great offense against exceptional defense. The game is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Furman Paladins vs. Loyola Chicago Ramblers Free Prediction
The Paladins will be looking for similar success after thoroughly outplaying the Bob Jones University Bruins in their last matchup, 102-48. The Paladins had a much better turnover percentage (3.7 vs. 29.2) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (39.4 vs. 17.2). Furman rallied around Matt Rafferty, who was the top scorer from either team with 24 points on 9-for-11 shooting.
In the Ramblers’ last matchup, they had no trouble getting past the UMKC Kangaroos, 76-45. The Ramblers had a much better free throw rate (0.189 vs. 0.088) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.623 vs. 0.351). Cooper Kaifes was the game’s leading scorer with 19 points on 6-for-8 shooting from the field.
Points could be at a premium as two of the country’s premier defenses face off. Loyola Chicago ranks 11th in defensive efficiency (94.4) and Furman is 22nd (96.9) dating back to last season. Additionally, the Paladins, who rank 312th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.198), could have a difficult time getting to the line against the Ramblers, who rank eighth in opponents’ FTA rate (0.172).
Furman Paladins at Loyola Chicago Ramblers Betting Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Furman ranks ninth in three pointers attempted per game (28.9) while Loyola Chicago ranks 279th (18.5).
The Paladins rank 16th in steals per game (8.0) while the Ramblers rank 197th in steals allowed per game (6.7).
Loyola Chicago ranks 12th in rebounds allowed per game (30.6) while Furman ranks 154th (34.6).
The Ramblers rank 40th in assists allowed per game (11.4) while the Paladins rank 71st (12.1).
Loyola Chicago ranks 232nd in blocks per game (2.4) while Furman ranks 253rd (2.2).
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