The Hofstra Pride (23-5, 13-2 CAA) wrap up their home schedule at Mack Sports Complex against the James Madison Dukes (12-16, 5-10 CAA). Action starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019.
James Madison Dukes vs. Hofstra Pride Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Pride were victorious over the Towson Tigers, 91-82, while the Dukes were beaten by the Northeastern Huskies, 76-60.
Hofstra played a nearly flawless game. They had a free throw rate of 0.279 (matching their season average) and a turnover percentage of 12.2 (better than their season average of 12.8). For those same stats, Towson recorded marks of 0.063 and 13.4, respectively. James Madison, meanwhile, held Northeastern to an offensive rebounding percentage of 24.1 (below the 29.9 mark opponents have averaged against James Madison this season). Hofstra’s Jacquil Taylor had a good game, finishing with 14 points, 17 rebounds and seven blocks. Matt Lewis, meanwhile fueled James Madison with 15 points and nine rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Justin Wright-Foreman led the Pride to an 85-68 win. He was the game’s leading scorer with 23 points. The Pride’s turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the Dukes. Hofstra had a rate of 9.5, while James Madison posted a mark of 18.8.
Hofstra could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their prolific offense goes up against one of the NCAA’s worst defenses. The Pride currently rank third in offensive efficiency, while James Madison ranks 291st in defensive efficiency.
James Madison vs. Hofstra Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Hofstra, ATS Winner – James Madison, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- James Madison ranks 47th in three pointers allowed per game (19.8) while Hofstra ranks 151st (22.3).
- The Dukes rank 203rd in rebounds per game (34.4) while the Pride rank 226th (33.7).
- The Pride rank 10th in steals allowed per game (4.7) while the Dukes rank 81st (5.9).
- Hofstra ranks 94th in assists per game (14.3) while James Madison ranks 156th in assists allowed per game (13.5).
Bettings Trends:
- The Pride’s average margin of victory in their last five games has been 10.4, down from 12.4 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Dukes have scored an average of 72.4 points per game (2.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 73.4 points per game (1.3 above their season average).
