The Saint Francis U Red Flash (3-5) head to Bob Carpenter Center Acierno Arena to challenge the Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens (7-3). The Red Flash will try to end a five-game road losing streak. The game starts at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 9, 2018.
Saint Francis U Red Flash vs. Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens Betting Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last contest. The Fightin’ Blue Hens fell to the Maryland Terrapins, 73-67, while the Red Flash were defeated by the Buffalo Bulls, 82-67.
Saint Francis U had a better offensive rebounding percentage (37.5 vs. 32.6) while Delaware had a better effective field goal percentage (0.446 vs. 0.419). Eric Carter was a key piece for Delaware with 29 points and nine rebounds. Meanwhile, Saint Francis U was lifted by Keith Braxton, who recorded 19 points and nine rebounds.
Carter has taken his game to another level recently for Delaware, averaging 0 points over the last five games.
Saint Francis U might have a difficult time creating turnovers. Dating back to last season, Delaware ranks 71st in the NCAA at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 17.1 percent), while Saint Francis U has forced the 199th-most turnovers (18.8 percent).
Saint Francis U Red Flash at Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Delaware, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Saint Francis U ranks 95th in steals per game (6.8) while Delaware ranks 233rd (5.0).
- The Fightin’ Blue Hens rank 196th in rebounds per game (35.0) while the Red Flash rank 223rd in rebounds allowed per game (36.4).
- Delaware ranks 212th in blocks per game (2.6) while Saint Francis U ranks 228th (2.4).
- The Fightin’ Blue Hens rank 158th in assists allowed per game (13.3) while the Red Flash rank 271st (16.1).
- Saint Francis U ranks 179th in three pointers attempted per game (21.8) while Delaware ranks 275th (18.4).
