Bryant Bulldogs at Maryland Terrapins ATS Prediction 12/29/19

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A seven-game home winning streak hangs in the balance for the 13th-ranked Maryland Terrapins (10-2) when they meet the Bryant Bulldogs (8-4) at Xfinity Center. Action begins at 12 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 29, 2019.

Bryant Bulldogs vs. Maryland Terrapins Betting Odds

In their last contest, the Terrapins fell to the Seton Hall Pirates, 52-48, while the Bulldogs defeated the Dartmouth Big Green, 64-60.

Bryant made 12 of their 27 three pointers (44.4 percent). Dartmouth, meanwhile, was just 3-17 (17.6 percent). Maryland, meanwhile, held Seton Hall to an offensive rebounding percentage of 14.3 (below their season average of 30.1). Maryland rallied around Jalen Smith, who recorded 11 points and nine rebounds. Hall Elisias had a solid performance for Bryant, putting up seven points, 13 rebounds and six blocks.

From an effective field goal percentage perspective, Maryland should have a considerable advantage. The Terrapins defense ranks 24th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.438), while the Bryant offense is ranked 190th in effective field goal percentage (0.500). Moreover, the Bulldogs, who rank 318th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.168), could struggle to get to the line against the Terrapins, who rank 33rd in opponents’ FTA rate (0.155).

Bryant Bulldogs at Maryland Terrapins Free Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Maryland, ATS Winner – Bryant, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Maryland averages 42.7 rebounds per game, which ranks eighth in the NCAA. Bryant ranks 243rd in rebounds allowed per game (39.3).
  • The Bulldogs average 4.8 blocks per game, which ranks 29th in the nation. The Terrapins rank 109th in blocks allowed per game (3.8).
  • Bryant averages 14.8 assists per game, which ranks 61st in the country. Maryland ranks 106th in assists allowed per game (12.5).
  • The Bulldogs rank 13th in three pointers attempted per game (28.8) while the Terrapins rank 177th in three pointers allowed per game (23.6).
  • Bryant ranks 44th in steals per game (8.4) while Maryland ranks 164th (5.7).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Bulldogs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 3.6, down from 7.3 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Terrapins have scored an average of 66.4 points per game (8.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 60.0 points per game (1.3 below their season average).