The undefeated West Virginia Mountaineers (6-0) try to stay undefeated when they take on the Rhode Island Rams (5-2) at WVU Coliseum. The game begins at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 1, 2019.
Rhode Island Rams at West Virginia Mountaineers Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Mountaineers defeated the Wichita State Shockers 75-63, while the Rams beat the Manhattan Jaspers 73-64.
The Rams made 28 of their 39 free throws (71.8 percent) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 51.5 (above their season average of 28.7). The Mountaineers, meanwhile, had an absurd offensive rebounding percentage of 45.9 (above their season average of 36.1) and held the Shockers to an effective field goal percentage of 0.355 (below their season average of 0.488). Oscar Tshiebwe played well for West Virginia, contributing 19 points and 18 rebounds. Jeff Dowtin played a pivotal role for Rhode Island with 24 points and six rebounds.
The Rams won the only contest between these two teams last year, 83-70. Rhode Island had a much better turnover percentage (10.5 vs. 17.2). West Virginia, meanwhile, did a great job of getting and making free throws (29-37; 78.4 percent).
West Virginia might have a difficult time finding the bottom of the net as they battle against one of the NCAA’s best defenses. Dating back to last season, Rhode Island ranks 95th in defensive efficiency while the Mountaineers rank 212th in offensive efficiency.
Rhode Island at West Virginia ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – West Virginia, ATS Winner – West Virginia, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Rhode Island ranks 68th in steals per game (7.3) while West Virginia ranks 279th in steals allowed per game (7.9).
- The Mountaineers rank 159th in assists per game (13.4) while the Rams rank 244th (12.2).
- Rhode Island ranks 106th in blocks per game (3.7) while West Virginia ranks 183rd in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
- The Mountaineers average 39.9 rebounds per game, which ranks 13th in the NCAA. The Rams rank 180th in rebounds allowed per game (35.1).
- West Virginia ranks 152nd in three pointers attempted per game (22.6) while Rhode Island ranks 297th (18.6).
