The Norfolk State Spartans (2-3) meet the Stony Brook Seawolves (2-1) in the Hall of Fame Tip-Off Springfield at Mohegan Sun Arena. The game gets underway at 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 17, 2018.
Stony Brook Seawolves vs. Norfolk State Spartans ATS Prediction
The last time the Seawolves played, they were defeated by the Holy Cross Crusaders, 84-70. Holy Cross’ turnover percentage was their largest strength over Stony Brook. The Crusaders had a rate of 8.2, while the Seawolves posted a mark of 15.3. Stony Brook’s Elijah Olaniyi played well, recording 19 points.
The Spartans lost a tough one against the Siena Saints in their last outing, 61-58. Siena’s 0.326 free throw rate was their largest advantage over Norfolk State, who had a rate of 0.179. The Saints’ mark was above their season average of 0.132, while the Spartans’ was below their season average of 0.239. Norfolk State’s Jordan Butler recorded 13 points and nine rebounds in the game.
This could end up being a sloppy game for the Norfolk State offense. Since the 2017-18 season, Norfolk State ranks 312th in the NCAA in ball protection (turnover percentage of 20.8 percent), while the gambling defense of Stony Brook has forced the 57th-most turnovers in the nation (20.9 percent).
Stony Brook vs. Norfolk State Free Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Norfolk State, ATS Winner – Norfolk State, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Stony Brook ranks 53rd in three pointers allowed per game (19.9) while Norfolk State ranks 288th (25.1).
The Spartans rank 49th in steals allowed per game (5.3) while the Seawolves rank 218th (6.7).
Norfolk State ranks 41st in rebounds per game (38.4) while Stony Brook ranks 192nd in rebounds allowed per game (35.5).
The Seawolves rank 79th in assists allowed per game (12.2) while the Spartans rank 230th (14.4).
Norfolk State ranks 131st in blocks per game (3.6) while Stony Brook ranks 252nd in blocks allowed per game (4.3).
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