The Providence Friars (3-2) meet the Iona Gaels (2-2) at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center. The game is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 24, 2018.
Iona Gaels at Providence Friars Betting Prediction
The last time the Gaels played, they topped the Hartford Hawks, 80-75. Iona’s 0.663 effective field goal percentage was their largest strength over Hartford, who had a rate of 0.518. The Gaels’ mark was above their season average of 0.494, while the Hawks’ was below the 0.573 mark opponents have averaged against Iona this season. Iona was lifted by E.J. Crawford, who led the team in scoring with 19 points on 8-for-12 shooting.
The Friars lost big to the No. 18 Michigan Wolverines in their last outing, 66-47. Michigan’s 0.500 effective field goal percentage was their biggest advantage over Providence, who had a mark of 0.298. The Wolverines’ mark matched their season average, while the Friars’ was below their season average of 0.539. With 10 points and seven rebounds, Providence’s Alpha Diallo put together a good performance.
Iona appears to have the edge on the offensive side of the ball. The Gaels rank 89th in offensive efficiency, while Providence ranks 193rd in defensive efficiency since the 2017-18 season.
Iona Gaels vs. Providence Friars Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Providence, ATS Winner – Providence, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Iona ranks 58th in three pointers attempted per game (24.9) while Providence ranks 277th (19.3).
The Gaels rank 23rd in steals allowed per game (5.0) while the Friars rank 191st (6.5).
Providence ranks 131st in assists allowed per game (12.9) while Iona ranks 263rd (14.7).
The Gaels rank 50th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while the Friars rank 171st (3.5).
Providence averages 35.7 rebounds per game, which ranks 162nd in the nation. Iona ranks 275th in rebounds allowed per game (37.6).
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