The Oral Roberts Golden Eagles (2-6) meet the James Madison Dukes (5-2) at Athletics Center Orena. The game begins at 12 p.m. ET on Sunday, November 25, 2018.
James Madison Dukes vs. Oral Roberts Golden Eagles ATS Prediction
In the Dukes’ last contest, they topped the Northern Illinois Huskies, 78-74. The Dukes made 16 of their 17 free throws (94.1 percent) and had a better offensive rebounding percentage (39.3 vs. 35.7). Matt Lewis fueled James Madison with 16 points.
The Golden Eagles fell to the Oakland Golden Grizzlies in their last game, 87-76. Oakland was effective at getting and making free throws. The Golden Grizzlies made 26 of their 28 free throws (92.9 percent), while the Golden Eagles were 11-15 (73.3 percent). Oral Roberts’ Emmanuel Nzekwesi had a solid performance, leading the team in scoring with 18 points on 7-for-13 shooting.
Oral Roberts should have an advantage on the offensive glass in this contest. The Golden Eagles rank 18th in offensive rebounding percentage (34.9 percent), while James Madison ranks 159th in defensive rebounding percentage (71.9 percent) dating back to the 2017-18 season.
James Madison Dukes vs. Oral Roberts Golden Eagles Odds Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – James Madison, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
James Madison ranks 54th in steals per game (7.3) while Oral Roberts ranks 229th (5.4).
The Golden Eagles average 38.3 rebounds per game, which ranks 46th in the country. The Dukes rank 175th in rebounds allowed per game (35.1).
Oral Roberts ranks 137th in assists per game (14.0) while James Madison ranks 245th (12.5).
The Dukes average 3.4 blocks per game, which ranks 140th in the nation. The Golden Eagles rank 179th in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
James Madison ranks 185th in three pointers attempted per game (21.6) while Oral Roberts ranks 224th in three pointers allowed per game (22.9).
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