The Saint Joseph’s Hawks kick off their season against the Old Dominion Monarchs (1-0) at Michael J. Hagan ’85 Arena. The game is scheduled to get underway at 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Old Dominion Monarchs vs. Saint Joseph’s Hawks Betting Prediction
The Monarchs will be hoping for similar success after dismantling the Navy Midshipmen in their last game, 67-44. The Monarchs had a much better turnover percentage (10.6 vs. 18.0) and had a much better free throw rate (0.304 vs. 0.196). Old Dominion rallied around Ahmad Caver, who was the game’s high scorer with 24 points on 7-for-15 shooting.
Saint Joseph’s was unable make the tournament following a 16-16 regular season campaign last season.
Meanwhile, the Hawks were 16-16 SU and 12-17-1 ATS last season. Games featuring the Hawks had a tendency to finish over the projected point total (50.0 percent).
Based on each team’s statistical profile, ball security could play a significant role in this showdown. Since the 2017-18 season, Saint Joseph’s committed the second-fewest miscues in the nation (turnover percentage of 14.0 percent), while the gambling defense of Old Dominion forced the 33rd-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 21.7 percent). Also, the Monarchs rank 29th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.471), while the Hawks rank 284th in effective field goal percentage (0.488).
Old Dominion vs. Saint Joseph’s Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Old Dominion ranks 54th in rebounds per game (38.1) while Saint Joseph’s ranks 297th in rebounds allowed per game (38.6).
The Monarchs average 15.1 assists per game, which ranks 74th in the nation. The Hawks rank 261st in assists allowed per game (15.2).
Old Dominion ranks 39th in blocks per game (4.5) while Saint Joseph’s ranks 193rd (2.8).
The Monarchs rank 179th in three pointers allowed per game (22.2) while the Hawks rank 317th (28.3).
Old Dominion ranks 36th in steals per game (7.5) while Saint Joseph’s ranks 129th (6.3).
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