The Robert Morris Colonials (12-9, 7-1 NEC) will attempt to prolong their five-game home winning streak in a matchup against the Saint Francis U Red Flash (8-11, 4-4 NEC) at UPMC Events Center. The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 31, 2019.
Saint Francis U Red Flash at Robert Morris Colonials ATS Prediction
In the Red Flash’s last outing, they topped the Sacred Heart Pioneers, 79-78. Saint Francis U’s 8.4 turnover percentage was their largest strength over Sacred Heart, who had a rate of 19.4. The Red Flash’s mark was better than their season average of 16.0, while the Pioneers’ was above the 15.8 mark opponents have averaged against Saint Francis U this season. Saint Francis U was lifted by Keith Braxton, who led the team in scoring with 15 points on 5-for-16 shooting.
The Colonials beat the Wagner Seahawks in their last game, 57-51. Robert Morris out-rebounded Wagner. The Colonials had 18 offensive rebounds and 44 total rebounds, while the Seahawks had eight and 28, respectively. With eight points and 12 rebounds, Matty McConnell had a solid outing for Robert Morris.
After the Red Flash won both meetings against the Colonials last season, these teams will battle for the first time this year. In the most recent game, Saint Francis U won 80-60. The Red Flash had a much better turnover percentage (10.8 vs. 20.6) and had a much better free throw rate (0.259 vs. 0.140).
The offense of Saint Francis U will battle against the top-notch defense of Robert Morris. The Red Flash rank 173rd in offensive efficiency, while the Colonials are 71st in defensive efficiency. The Colonials should have the advantage on that end of the court.
Saint Francis U at Robert Morris Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Saint Francis U ranks 47th in rebounds per game (38.5) while Robert Morris ranks 242nd (33.3).
The Colonials rank 51st in assists allowed per game (11.5) while the Red Flash rank 227th (15.2).
Robert Morris ranks 38th in three pointers allowed per game (19.2) while Saint Francis U ranks 203rd (23.9).
The Colonials rank 36th in steals per game (7.9) while the Red Flash rank 79th (7.0).
Robert Morris ranks 125th in blocks per game (3.0) while Saint Francis U ranks 157th in blocks allowed per game (4.3).
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The Red Flash’s average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 1.0, down from 2.2 for the season.
During their last five games, the Colonials have scored an average of 70.2 points per game (1.2 above their season average) and allowed an average of 63.8 points per game (2.4 below their season average).
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