Don’t expect a fast-paced game when the Radford Highlanders (2-0) visit Notre Dame to play the Fighting Irish (2-0). Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 14, 2018, and can be seen on ACC Network.
Radford Highlanders at Notre Dame Fighting Irish Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Fighting Irish had no trouble getting past the Chicago State Cougars 89-62, while the Highlanders defeated the UIC Flames 88-78.
Radford played a nearly flawless game. They had a great offensive rebounding percentage of 31.4 and a free throw rate of 0.295. For those same stats, UIC was 12.9 and 0.161, respectively. Meanwhile, Notre Dame dominated nearly every facet of their game. They had a phenomenally low turnover percentage of 7.0 and an offensive rebounding percentage of 42.9. For those same stats, Chicago State was 18.5 and 17.9, respectively. Notre Dame was lifted by Elijah Burns, who had 15 points and five rebounds. Carlik Jones had a good outing for Radford, recording 24 points and 10 assists.
Half-court execution will be at a premium when a pair of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams clash. Notre Dame ranks 310th in possessions per game (66.9) and Radford is 347th (64.2) dating back to the 2017-18 season.
Radford Highlanders vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Radford, ATS Winner – Radford, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Radford ranks 43rd in assists allowed per game (11.4) while Notre Dame ranks 188th (13.9).
- The Fighting Irish are 31st in the country with 5.1 steals allowed per game while the Highlanders are 58th with 5.4 steals allowed per game.
- Notre Dame averages 3.7 blocks per game, which is ranked 98th in the country. Radford ranks 124th in blocks allowed per game (3.2).
- The Highlanders rank 27th in rebounds allowed per game (31.4) while the Fighting Irish rank 140th (34.4).
- Radford ranks 147th in three pointers attempted per game (22.3) while Notre Dame ranks 194th in three pointers allowed per game (22.6).
