A six-game home winning streak hangs in the balance for the Fordham Rams (7-2) when they meet the NJIT Highlanders (9-2) at Rose Hill Gym. The game begins at 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, December 11, 2018.
NJIT Highlanders vs. Fordham Rams Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Rams dismantled the City College of New York Beavers 106-58, while the Highlanders edged the Colgate Raiders 81-78.
The Highlanders had a better turnover percentage (10.7 vs. 14.5) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.573 vs. 0.528). The Rams, meanwhile, had a much better turnover percentage (6.5 vs. 27.9) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (33.3 vs. 16.7). Nick Honor was a key piece for Fordham with 18 points. Meanwhile, Reilly Walsh played well for NJIT, putting up 21 points.
Looking at effective field goal percentage, Fordham figures to have a significant edge. Since the 2017-18 season, the Rams defense ranks 43rd in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.509), while the NJIT offense ranks 184th in effective field goal percentage (0.514). Also, the Highlanders have committed the 18th-fewest errors in the NCAA (turnover percentage of 17.9 percent), while the gambling defense of the Rams has caused the 57th-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 21.3 percent).
NJIT Highlanders vs. Fordham Rams Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Fordham, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Fordham ranks 31st in three pointers attempted per game (25.7) while NJIT ranks 224th (21.2).
- The Highlanders rank seventh in steals allowed per game (5.7) while the Rams rank 71st (5.8).
- Fordham averages 30.1 rebounds per game, which ranks 162nd in the NCAA. NJIT ranks 208th in rebounds allowed per game (35.1).
- The Rams rank first in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while the Highlanders rank 146th (4.1).
- Fordham ranks 187th in assists per game (13.3) while NJIT ranks 261st (12.8).
