The Northeastern Huskies (11-11, 5-5 CAA) will be at the Schar Center to meet the Elon Phoenix (6-17, 2-8 CAA) in a CAA matchup. The game gets underway at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 1, 2020.
Northeastern Huskies vs. Elon Phoenix Betting Odds
Both teams fell in their last matchup. The Phoenix lost big to the Hofstra Pride, 86-63, while the Huskies lost a close one to the William & Mary Tribe, 59-58.
Northeastern held William & Mary to an effective field goal percentage of 0.392 (below their season average of 0.542) while Elon did a terrific job of converting from the free throw line (16-20; 80.0 percent). Elon received a boost from Marcus Sheffield II, who put up 21 points and five rebounds. Jordan Roland, meanwhile had a good game for Northeastern, finishing with 18 points and six rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Tyson Walker led the Huskies to a 77-68 win. He was the game’s top overall scorer with 32 points. Making free throws was one of Northeastern’s largest advantages. They were 12-15 (80.0 percent), while the Phoenix were just 4-8 (50.0 percent).
It could be a tough game for Elon on the offensive glass. The Phoenix rank 315th in offensive rebounding percentage (23.6 percent), while Northeastern ranks 38th in defensive rebounding percentage (76.0 percent). Additionally, the Huskies rank 57th in offensive efficiency (109.1), while the Phoenix rank 311th in defensive efficiency (106.1).
Northeastern Huskies at Elon Phoenix Odds Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Northeastern, ATS Winner – Northeastern, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Northeastern ranks 12th in rebounds allowed per game (30.2) while Elon ranks 160th (35.5).
- The Huskies rank 12th in blocks allowed per game (2.2) while the Phoenix rank 92nd (3.2).
- Northeastern ranks 45th in steals allowed per game (5.5) while Elon ranks 92nd (6.1).
- The Huskies rank 15th in assists allowed per game (9.8) while the Phoenix rank 144th (12.9).
- Elon ranks 18th in three pointers attempted per game (27.8) while Northeastern ranks 135th (22.3).
Bettings Trends:
- The Huskies’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 6.2, up from 5.9 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Phoenix have scored an average of 65.0 points per game (3.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 74.6 points per game (1.9 above their season average).
