The Wagner Seahawks (4-5) will be at home in the Spiro Sports Center when they challenge the Hartford Hawks (5-7). The game is scheduled to start at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 22, 2018.
Hartford Hawks at Wagner Seahawks ATS Odds
Both teams fell in their last matchup. The Seahawks got blown out by the Seton Hall Pirates, 89-49, while the Hawks lost to the Central Connecticut State Blue Devils, 75-68.
Hartford had a better effective field goal percentage (0.500 vs. 0.492) while Wagner had a better offensive rebounding percentage (25.0 vs. 36.7). Wagner was lifted by AJ Sumbry, who recorded 12 points. George Blagojevic, meanwhile played a pivotal role for Hartford with 19 points and six rebounds.
The Seahawks won the only game between these two teams last season, 72-50. Wagner had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.580 vs. 0.304). Hartford, on the other hand, did an excellent job of converting from the free throw line (19-23; 82.6 percent).
The offensive glass should be a major advantage for Wagner in this battle. Dating back to last season, the Seahawks rank 25th in offensive rebounding percentage (36.3 percent), while Hartford ranks 332nd in defensive rebounding percentage (69.8 percent).
Hartford Hawks vs. Wagner Seahawks Betting Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Wagner, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Wagner ranks 33rd in rebounds per game (39.3) while Hartford ranks 229th (32.6).
- The Hawks average 6.3 steals per game, which ranks 80th in the NCAA. The Seahawks rank 139th in steals allowed per game (6.0).
- Wagner ranks 149th in assists per game (13.3) while Hartford ranks 187th in assists allowed per game (14.1).
- The Seahawks average 23.8 three pointers per game, which ranks 61st in the country. The Hawks rank 155th in three pointers allowed per game (23.3).
- Wagner ranks 32nd in blocks allowed per game (3.5) while Hartford ranks 96th (3.1).
