Delaware State Hornets at North Carolina A&T Aggies ATS Prediction 01/27/20

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Expect a fast-paced game when the Delaware State Hornets (2-16, 1-3 MEAC) visit North Carolina A&T to take on the Aggies (9-12, 5-1 MEAC). Action starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on Monday, January 27, 2020.

Delaware State Hornets vs. North Carolina A&T Aggies ATS Odds

In their last game, the Aggies barely escaped the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats, 98-95, while the Hornets lost big to the North Carolina Central Eagles, 72-45.

North Carolina A&T played a nearly flawless game. They had a turnover percentage of 17.0 (better than their season average of 17.9) and a free throw rate of 0.466 (above their season average of 0.241). Bethune-Cookman was 22.7 and 0.406, respectively, for those same stats. Delaware State, meanwhile, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 37.0 (above their season average of 25.3). Kameron Langley fueled North Carolina A&T with 16 points, 12 assists and six rebounds. Meanwhile, Ameer Bennett played well for Delaware State, recording 13 points and five rebounds.

In their first matchup this year, Andre Jackson led the Aggies to a 98-77 win. He produced 24 points. The Aggies’ turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the Hornets. North Carolina A&T had a rate of 10.4, while Delaware State posted a mark of 21.7.

There could be a fair amount of transition offense in this battle that showcases two of the nation’s more up-tempo teams. North Carolina A&T currently ranks 27th in possessions per game (74.1) and Delaware State is 12th (75.8).

Delaware State Hornets vs. North Carolina A&T Aggies Pick

Pick: SU Winner – North Carolina A&T, ATS Winner – North Carolina A&T, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • North Carolina A&T ranks 80th in rebounds per game (37.7) while Delaware State ranks 263rd in rebounds allowed per game (39.2).
  • The Aggies rank 133rd in assists per game (13.2) while the Hornets rank 254th (10.6).
  • The Aggies rank 45th in steals per game (8.1) while the Hornets rank 207th in steals allowed per game (8.5).
  • Delaware State ranks 90th in three pointers attempted per game (23.6) while North Carolina A&T ranks 233rd (18.7).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Aggies have scored an average of 87.6 points per game (17.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 74.8 points per game (1.8 above their season average).
  • The Hornets’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 12.2, down from 13.6 for the season.