The Stetson Hatters (1-3) meet the Robert Morris Colonials (2-2) at the Edmunds Center. The game gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, November 19, 2018.
Robert Morris Colonials at Stetson Hatters ATS Prediction
The Colonials will be looking for similar success after beating the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils in their last game, 68-59. Robert Morris’ effective field goal percentage was their biggest advantage over Mississippi Valley State. The Colonials had a rate of 0.547 (above their season average of 0.479), while the Delta Devils posted a mark of 0.347 (below the 0.510 mark opponents have averaged against Robert Morris this season). Robert Morris was lifted by Malik Petteway, who was the top scorer from either team with 26 points on 10-for-11 shooting.
In the Hatters’ previous game, they fell to the Southeastern Louisiana Lions, 69-57. One of Southeastern Louisiana’s largest strengths was getting to the free throw line. They had 30 free throw attempts, while Stetson had 26. With 15 points on 5-for-12 shooting, Christiaan Jones was Stetson’s leading scorer.
Based on historical performance heading into this one, ball security could play an integral role in this contest. Since the 2017-18 season, Stetson has committed the 19th-fewest miscues in the nation (turnover percentage of 15.6 percent), while the disruptive defense of Robert Morris has forced the 15th-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 22.7 percent).
Robert Morris Colonials at Stetson Hatters Betting Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Stetson, ATS Winner – Stetson, O/U – Under
Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Stetson ranks 95th in assists per game (14.6) while Robert Morris ranks 253rd (12.3).
The Colonials rank 28th in three pointers allowed per game (19.0) while the Hatters rank 169th (22.1).
Stetson averages 7.3 steals per game, which ranks 53rd in the country. Robert Morris ranks 183rd in steals allowed per game (6.4).
The Colonials average 35.6 rebounds per game, which ranks 159th in the nation. The Hatters rank 288th in rebounds allowed per game (38.0).
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