The James Madison Dukes (9-14, 2-8 CAA) and the UNCW Seahawks (8-15, 4-6 CAA) battle at Raiford G. Trask Coliseum. The Dukes look to put an end to their five-game losing streak. Action gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 2, 2019.
James Madison Dukes vs. UNCW Seahawks Betting Odds
Both teams lost in their last matchup. The Seahawks lost a close one to the Towson Tigers, 77-76, while the Dukes lost to the Charleston Cougars, 70-53.
James Madison held Charleston to an offensive rebounding percentage of 7.7 (below their season average of 25.3) while UNCW did a terrific job of getting and making free throws (20-27; 74.1 percent). Kai Toews led the way for UNCW, putting up 16 points and 11 assists. James Madison, meanwhile, was lifted by Stuckey Mosley, who finished with 22 points and six rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Cacok led the Seahawks to an 86-83 victory. He notched a double-double with 18 points and 19 rebounds. UNCW had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (44.4 vs. 17.5). James Madison, meanwhile, had a better free throw rate (0.279 vs. 0.187).
The Dukes’ Mosley has been playing at a high level over his last five games, averaging 19 points,1.2 steals per game. Meanwhile, Devontae Cacok has averaged 21 points,14.0 rebounds,2.0 steals during that same time frame for the Seahawks.
UNCW figures to have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. The Seahawks currently rank 88th in offensive efficiency, while the Dukes rank 273rd in defensive efficiency.
James Madison vs. UNCW Betting Pick
Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – UNCW, ATS Winner – UNCW, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- James Madison ranks 53rd in three pointers allowed per game (20.3) while UNCW ranks 260th (27.0).
- The Seahawks rank 49th in assists per game (15.4) while the Dukes rank 190th (12.4).
- UNCW ranks 16th in blocks allowed per game (2.3) while James Madison ranks 75th (3.1).
Bettings Trends:
- The Seahawks’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 7.0, up from 4.2 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Dukes have scored an average of 65.2 points per game (4.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 76.4 points per game (4.6 above their season average).
