Holy Cross Crusaders vs. Navy Midshipmen Free Prediction 01/06/19

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Don’t expect a fast-paced game when the Holy Cross Crusaders (10-4, 1-0 Pat) travel to Navy to play the Midshipmen (4-8, 1-0 Pat). Action gets underway at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, January 6, 2019.

Holy Cross Crusaders vs. Navy Midshipmen ATS Odds

In their last contest, the Midshipmen got blown out by the Old Dominion Monarchs, 67-44, while the Crusaders defeated the Sacred Heart Pioneers, 93-81.

The Crusaders had a much better turnover percentage (11.3 vs. 27.1) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (40.0 vs. 31.6). Navy, on the other hand, had a better offensive rebounding percentage (26.7 vs. 31.0). Navy’s John Carter Jr. had a good outing, putting up eight points and 10 rebounds. Meanwhile, Austin Butler was a key piece for Holy Cross with 26 points.

The Midshipmen edged out the Crusaders in this series last year, taking two out of three games. In the most recent matchup, Holy Cross won 81-65. Holy Cross did a fantastic job of getting to and converting from the free throw line (25-32; 78.1 percent). Navy, on the other hand, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (32.4 vs. 6.3). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

Half-court execution will be at a premium when two of the nation’s slowest-paced teams battle. Navy ranks 301st in possessions per game (67.3) and Holy Cross is 338th (64.9).

Holy Cross at Navy Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Navy, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Holy Cross averages 17.9 assists per game, which ranks 15th in the country. Navy ranks 212th in assists allowed per game (15.9).
  • The Crusaders rank 60th in blocks per game (4.0) while the Midshipmen rank 128th in blocks allowed per game (4.2).
  • The Midshipmen rank 111th in rebounds per game (37.0) while the Crusaders rank 265th (28.8).
  • Holy Cross ranks 46th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while Navy ranks 138th (7.1).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Midshipmen have scored an average of 62.4 points per game (1.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 71.4 points per game (2.2 below their season average).
  • The Crusaders’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 2.0, matching their season average.