The Drake Bulldogs (7-2) take on the Rider Broncs (4-4) at the Knapp Center. The game is scheduled to get underway at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, December 19, 2018.
Rider Broncs vs. Drake Bulldogs ATS Prediction
The Broncs are trying to rebound after their 84-70 loss to the UCF Knights in their last contest. One of UCF’s biggest strengths was getting to the charity stripe. They had 45 free throw attempts, while Rider had just 24. Dimencio Vaughn led Rider in scoring with 14 points on 6-for-9 shooting.
The last time the Bulldogs played, they easily got past the Buena Vista Beavers, 98-52. The Bulldogs had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.629 vs. 0.286) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (41.2 vs. 25.5). Nick Norton was the game’s top scorer with 17 points on 7-for-8 shooting from the field.
This game should be a matchup of contrasting styles. Rider ranks 35th in possessions per game (74.6) while Drake is 166th (70.5) dating back to last season.
Rider Broncs vs. Drake Bulldogs Free Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Drake averages 15.4 assists per game, which ranks 51st in the nation. Rider ranks 192nd in assists allowed per game (15.2).
The Bulldogs average 24.0 three pointers per game, which ranks 94th in the NCAA. The Broncs rank 217th in three pointers allowed per game (25.8).
Rider averages 38.9 rebounds per game, which ranks 54th in the country. Drake ranks 163rd in rebounds allowed per game (36.0).
The Broncs rank 42nd in steals per game (7.8) while the Bulldogs rank 121st (6.1).
Drake ranks 113th in blocks per game (3.0) while Rider ranks 147th in blocks allowed per game (4.5).
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