NJIT Highlanders at FGCU Eagles Free Prediction 03/04/19

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The NJIT Highlanders (20-11, 8-8 Asun) battle against the FGCU Eagles (14-17, 9-7 Asun) in the Atlantic Sun Conference Tourney at Alico Arena. Action gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, March 4, 2019.

NJIT Highlanders at FGCU Eagles ATS Odds

In their last contest, the Eagles barely escaped the Jacksonville Dolphins, 77-74, while the Highlanders lost to the Liberty Flames, 57-51.

The Eagles had an absurd offensive rebounding percentage of 39.4 (above their season average of 25.4) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.583 (above their season average of 0.523). NJIT, on the other hand, held Liberty to an offensive rebounding percentage of 12.0 (below their season average of 26.9). FGCU’s Schadrac Casimir played well, putting up 11 points and six assists. NJIT, meanwhile, was lifted by Abdul Lewis, who put up 25 points and nine rebounds.

FGCU might struggle to score as they face off against one of the NCAA’s best defenses. NJIT ranks 59th in defensive efficiency, while the Eagles rank 275th in offensive efficiency. Furthermore, the Highlanders, who rank 46th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.273), will face a tough test against the Eagles, who rank 30th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.182).

NJIT vs. FGCU Odds Pick

Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – FGCU, ATS Winner – FGCU, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • NJIT ranks 95th in assists allowed per game (12.4) while FGCU ranks 243rd (15.2).
  • The Highlanders average 6.3 steals per game, which ranks 133rd in the nation. The Eagles rank 175th in steals allowed per game (7.0).
  • NJIT ranks 211th in rebounds per game (34.2) while FGCU ranks 243rd (33.3).
  • The Highlanders rank 122nd in three pointers allowed per game (21.6) while the Eagles rank 240th (24.8).
  • FGCU averages 4.1 blocks per game, which ranks 51st in the nation. NJIT ranks 119th in blocks allowed per game (3.4).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Highlanders have been outscored by an average of 0.4 points in their last five games. For the season, NJIT has defeated opponents by an average of 2.9 points.
  • During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 66.8 points per game (4.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 62.6 points per game (10.9 below their season average).