Don’t expect a fast-paced game when the Marist Red Foxes (4-5) visit New Hampshire to take on the Wildcats (2-8). Action begins at 11 a.m. ET on Wednesday, December 19, 2018, and can be seen on ESPN 3.
Marist Red Foxes vs. New Hampshire Wildcats ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Wildcats had no trouble getting past the Rivier Raiders, 108-54, while the Red Foxes fell to the Army West Point Black Knights, 73-69.
New Hampshire dominated every facet of the game. They had an offensive rebounding percentage of 54.5 and an effective field goal percentage of 0.699. For those same stats, Rivier was 16.7 and 0.375, respectively. Marist, on the other hand, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (29.0 vs. 18.2). New Hampshire received a boost from Luke Rosinski, who contributed 11 points and 10 rebounds. Meanwhile, Brian Parker was a key piece for Marist with 25 points and 10 rebounds.
Half-court execution will be at a premium when a pair of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams square off. New Hampshire ranks 308th in possessions per game (67.1) and Marist is 312th (70.9) since the 2017-18 season. Moreover, the Red Foxes, who rank 310th in offensive rebounding percentage (22.8 percent), will face off against the Wildcats, who rank eighth in defensive rebounding percentage (78.5 percent).
Marist Red Foxes vs. New Hampshire Wildcats Odds Pick
Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – New Hampshire, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- New Hampshire ranks 58th in three pointers attempted per game (25.4) while Marist ranks 223rd in three pointers allowed per game (25.3).
- The Red Foxes allow the 33rd-fewest blocks per game (2.9) while the Wildcats rank 46th (2.8).
- Marist allows the 47th-fewest steals per game (6.9) while New Hampshire ranks 54th (5.7).
- The Wildcats rank 72nd in rebounds per game (38.2) while the Red Foxes rank 231st (33.2).
- New Hampshire ranks 27th in assists allowed per game (10.3) while Marist ranks 161st (15.0).
