The Rhode Island Rams (2-1) challenge the Stony Brook Seawolves (4-1) at the Thomas M. Ryan Center. The game starts at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 24, 2018.
Stony Brook Seawolves vs. Rhode Island Rams Free Prediction
The last time the Seawolves played, they thoroughly outplayed the Molloy Lions, 97-61. The Seawolves had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (46.8 vs. 22.2) and had a much better free throw rate (0.347 vs. 0.197). With 20 points on 6-for-10 shooting, Andrew Garcia was the game’s leading scorer.
The Rams edged the Harvard Crimson in their last contest, 76-74. Rhode Island’s 13.7 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over Harvard, who had a rate of 26.7. Jeff Dowtin was the top scorer from either team with 31 points on 13-for-19 shooting from the field.
Ball security could play a key role in this showdown. Dating back to last season, Rhode Island has committed the 14th-fewest miscues in the NCAA (turnover percentage of 15.4 percent), while the ball-hawking defense of Stony Brook has forced the 59th-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 21.0 percent).
Stony Brook Seawolves vs. Rhode Island Rams Free Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Stony Brook, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Rhode Island ranks 50th in steals allowed per game (5.3) while Stony Brook ranks 222nd (6.8).
The Seawolves rank 107th in three pointers attempted per game (23.6) while the Rams rank 255th (19.9).
Rhode Island ranks 109th in blocks allowed per game (3.1) while Stony Brook ranks 256th (4.2).
The Seawolves rank 84th in rebounds per game (37.2) while the Rams rank 153rd in rebounds allowed per game (34.8).
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