The Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks (1-8) look to put an end to their five-game losing streak when they challenge the Duquesne Dukes (6-2) at A.J. Palumbo Center. The game is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, December 13, 2018.
Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks vs. Duquesne Dukes Free Prediction
In the Hawks’ last outing, they were beaten by the Georgetown Hoyas, 68-53. Georgetown’s 0.250 free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Maryland Eastern Shore, who had a mark of 0.079. Maryland Eastern Shore’s Bryan Urrutia put together a good performance, putting up 13 points, five rebounds and five assists.
The Dukes defeated the William & Mary Tribe in their last game, 84-70. Duquesne’s 11.9 turnover percentage was their biggest strength over William & Mary, who had a rate of 19.8. Austin Rotroff led Duquesne in scoring with 17 points on 6-for-7 shooting from the field.
The Dukes won the only game against the Hawks last season, 86-61. The Dukes had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (51.4 vs. 27.8) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.587 vs. 0.415).
Half-court execution will be critical when two of the nation’s slowest-paced teams clash. Duquesne ranks 261st in possessions per game (68.4) and Maryland Eastern Shore is 310th (67.2) since last season.
Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks vs. Duquesne Dukes Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Duquesne, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Duquesne ranks 24th in three pointers allowed per game (18.5) while Maryland Eastern Shore ranks 245th (24.0).
The Dukes rank 36th in blocks per game (4.4) while the Hawks rank 201st (1.8).
Duquesne ranks 151st in rebounds per game (35.8) while Maryland Eastern Shore ranks 286th (32.2).
The Dukes rank 48th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while the Hawks rank 151st (6.3).
Duquesne ranks 183rd in assists per game (12.7) while Maryland Eastern Shore ranks 258th (10.6).
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