The Rutgers Scarlet Knights (4-1) travel to Miami to play the Hurricanes (5-1) in what should be a low-scoring game. The game can be seen on ESPNU at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 28, 2018.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. Miami Hurricanes Betting Prediction
The Scarlet Knights will be hoping for similar success after defeating the Boston University Terriers in their last matchup, 54-44. The Scarlet Knights had a free throw rate of 0.232 (above their season average of 0.170) and held the Terriers to an offensive rebounding percentage of 16.2 (below their season average of 30.2). Rutgers rallied around Eugene Omoruyi, who was the top scorer from either team with 20 points on 6-for-12 shooting.
In the Hurricanes’ previous outing, they let one slip away to the Seton Hall Pirates, 83-81. Seton Hall’s 21.9 offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over Miami, who had a rate of 14.8. The Pirates’ mark was below their season average of 26.3, while the Hurricanes’ was below their season average of 30.5. Miami’s Zach Johnson had a good game, leading the team in scoring with 18 points on 5-for-7 shooting.
Points could be at a premium in this battle between two of the nation’s best defenses. Miami ranks 49th in defensive efficiency (98.7) and Rutgers is 11th (94.5) since the 2017-18 season. Additionally, the Scarlet Knights, who rank 316th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.198), could have a tough time getting to the line against the Hurricanes, who rank 37th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.192).
Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. Miami Hurricanes Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Miami averages 4.2 blocks per game, which ranks 54th in the nation. Rutgers ranks 233rd in blocks allowed per game (4.2).
The Scarlet Knights rank 24th in rebounds per game (39.2) while the Hurricanes rank 184th (35.1).
Miami ranks 170th in assists per game (13.4) while Rutgers ranks 316th (10.5).
The Hurricanes rank 187th in three pointers attempted per game (21.6) while the Scarlet Knights rank 326th (15.8).
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