The Sacred Heart Pioneers (6-9, 2-0 NEC) will be at the Spiro Sports Center to square off against the Wagner Seahawks (6-7, 1-1 NEC) in a NEC matchup. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 10, 2019.
Sacred Heart Pioneers vs. Wagner Seahawks ATS Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last matchup. The Seahawks were blown out by the Seton Hall Pirates, 89-49, while the Pioneers fell to the Holy Cross Crusaders, 93-81.
Sacred Heart had a better free throw rate (0.261 vs. 0.190) while Wagner had a better offensive rebounding percentage (25.0 vs. 36.7). AJ Sumbry fueled Wagner with 12 points. Sacred Heart, meanwhile, received a boost from Koreem Ozier, who contributed 23 points.
The Seahawks dominated this series last year, winning both contests. In the most recent contest, Wagner won 99-84. The Seahawks’ turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over the Pioneers. Wagner had a rate of 6.5, while Sacred Heart posted a mark of 15.5. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
Sean Hoehn has been playing at a high level as of late for Sacred Heart, averaging 0 points over the last five games.
The offensive glass could be a solid advantage for Wagner in this showdown. The Seahawks rank 40th in offensive rebounding percentage (34.7 percent), while Sacred Heart ranks 151st in defensive rebounding percentage (72.7 percent).
Sacred Heart Pioneers at Wagner Seahawks Odds Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Wagner, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Wagner averages 25.9 three pointers per game, which ranks 60th in the nation. Sacred Heart ranks 248th in three pointers allowed per game (27.4).
- The Seahawks rank 24th in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while the Pioneers rank 101st (3.5).
- Wagner averages 6.8 steals per game, which ranks 97th in the NCAA. Sacred Heart ranks 141st in steals allowed per game (7.3).
- The Seahawks rank 77th in assists allowed per game (12.1) while the Pioneers rank 227th (16.7).
- Wagner ranks 36th in rebounds allowed per game (31.6) while Sacred Heart ranks 136th (35.2).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Seahawks have scored an average of 72.4 points per game (1.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 75.8 points per game (6.0 above their season average).
- The Pioneers have outscored opponents by an average of 4.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Sacred Heart has been defeated by an average of 1.2 points.
