The Howard Bison (4-1) clash against the Little Rock Trojans (2-2) in the at Jack Stephens Center. The game gets underway at 4:30 p.m. ET on Friday, November 23, 2018.
Howard Bison vs. Little Rock Trojans ATS Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last game. The Trojans fell to the Tulsa Golden Hurricane, 88-78, while the Bison were defeated by the Southern Illinois Salukis, 83-69.
Howard forced Southern Illinois into a turnover percentage of 22.9 (above the 16.5 mark opponents have averaged against Howard this season) while Little Rock held Tulsa to an offensive rebounding percentage of 18.4 (below their season average of 25.3). Rayjon Tucker had a solid game for Little Rock with 24 points and 10 rebounds. RJ Cole had a good game for Howard, putting up 23 points and nine assists.
This contest should be a matchup of conflicting styles. Howard ranks 35th in possessions per game (73.2) while Little Rock is 270th (67.9) since last season.
Howard Bison at Little Rock Trojans Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Little Rock, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Howard ranks 106th in three pointers attempted per game (23.7) while Little Rock ranks 289th in three pointers allowed per game (24.7).
- The Trojans rank 232nd in assists allowed per game (14.2) while the Bison rank 295th (15.6).
- Howard blocks 3.4 opponent shots per game, which ranks 149th in the nation. Little Rock ranks 195th in blocks allowed per game (3.7).
- The Trojans rank 196th in rebounds allowed per game (35.6) while the Bison rank 318th (40.1).
- Howard ranks 180th in steals per game (6.0) while Little Rock ranks 257th (5.1).