The Boston University Terriers (0-1) will be at home in Case Gym when they square off with the Albany Great Danes (1-0). Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, November 13, 2017.
Albany Great Danes vs. Boston University Terriers Odds Preview
The Great Danes won a close one over the Iona Gaels in their last contest, 69-67. With 15 points and 12 rebounds, Albany’s Greig Stire had a solid outing. The Great Danes had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (48.7 vs. 20.0) and had a better free throw rate (0.274 vs. 0.186).
The last time the Terriers played, they were defeated by the Northeastern Huskies, 65-59. Cheddi Mosely was Boston University’s leading scorer with 12 points on 4-for-7 shooting. Northeastern did a terrific job of converting from the charity stripe (20-24; 83.3 percent). Boston University, meanwhile, had a much better turnover percentage (16.9 vs. 22.9).
Second-chance opportunities could be hard to find for Boston University in this matchup. The Terriers rank 225th in offensive rebounding percentage (28.1 percent), while Albany ranks third in defensive rebounding percentage (76.8 percent) dating back to the 2016-17 season.
Albany Great Danes at Boston University Terriers Free Prediction
Predictions: SU Winner – Boston University, ATS Winner – Boston University, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2016-Present):
- The Terriers rank 134th in blocks allowed per game (3.3) while the Great Danes rank 236th (4.1).
- Boston University ranks 63rd in three pointers attempted per game (23.9) while Albany ranks 319th (14.8).
- The Terriers rank 16th in steals per game (8.3) while the Great Danes rank 245th (5.0).
- Albany ranks second in rebounds allowed per game (28.8) while Boston University ranks 194th (35.7).
