Howard Bison vs. Morgan State Bears ATS Prediction 02/25/19

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Expect a fast-paced game when the Howard Bison (13-15, 7-6 MEAC) travel to Morgan State to take on the Bears (8-17, 3-9 MEAC). The game is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. ET on Monday, February 25, 2019.

Howard Bison at Morgan State Bears ATS Odds

In their last matchup, the Bears lost a winnable game to the Norfolk State Spartans, 75-74, while the Bison won a close one over the Coppin State Eagles, 74-73.

The Bison forced 20 turnovers and had a better offensive rebounding percentage (31.7 vs. 31.3). Morgan State, meanwhile, had a much better turnover percentage (12.1 vs. 20.7). Morgan State’s Stanley Davis led the way, finishing with 13 points and 12 rebounds. Howard was lifted by RJ Cole, who contributed 19 points and seven assists.

The Bears have won both contests against the Bison this year. Morgan State won 89-86. Morgan State did an excellent job of getting to and converting from the free throw line (25-27; 92.6 percent). Howard, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (36.4 vs. 28.9).

There could be plenty of transition action in this showdown that showcases two of the nation’s more up-and-down teams. Morgan State currently ranks 23rd in possessions per game (74.1) and Howard is 17th (74.6). Additionally, the Bison rank 32nd in turnover percentage (16.3 percent), while the Bears rank 17th in opponents’ turnover percentage (23.4 percent).

Howard at Morgan State ATS Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Howard, ATS Winner – Howard, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Howard ranks 76th in rebounds per game (37.2) while Morgan State ranks 287th in rebounds allowed per game (39.9).
  • The Bison average 13.4 assists per game, which ranks 141st in the nation. The Bears rank 202nd in assists allowed per game (14.7).
  • Howard ranks 253rd in three pointers attempted per game (19.3) while Morgan State ranks 293rd (16.7).
  • The Bison rank 60th in blocks per game (4.1) while the Bears rank 227th (1.8).
  • Morgan State ranks 42nd in steals per game (7.6) while Howard ranks 181st (5.5).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Bison have been outscored by an average of 0.2 points in their last five games. For the season, Howard has defeated opponents by an average of 0.5 points.
  • During their last five games, the Bears have scored an average of 75.4 points per game (8.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 78.6 points per game (7.2 above their season average).