An 11-game home winning streak is on the line for the Liberty Flames (20-3, 6-2 Asun) when they challenge the FGCU Eagles (7-16, 4-4 Asun) at Vines Center. Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 1, 2020.
FGCU Eagles at Liberty Flames ATS Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Flames dismantled the Kennesaw State Owls 83-45, while the Eagles won a close one over the Jacksonville Dolphins 63-61.
The Eagles had a turnover percentage of 10.0 (better than their season average of 21.2) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.475 (above their season average of 0.467). The Flames, on the other hand, had a ridiculously low turnover percentage of 8.5 (better than their season average of 14.3) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 50.0 (above their season average of 24.3). Scottie James played a key role for Liberty with 16 points and 12 rebounds. Caleb Catto had a solid performance for FGCU, putting up 20 points and five rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Caleb Homesley led the Flames to a 59-46 victory. He scored a game-high 24 points. The Flames’ turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the Eagles. Liberty had a rate of 16.4, while FGCU posted a mark of 28.6.
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when two of the country’s slowest-paced teams clash. Liberty ranks 350th in possessions per game (60.7) and FGCU is 257th (68.0). Additionally, the Eagles’ 341st-ranked offense (offensive efficiency of 91.0) will face a difficult test against the Flames’ second-ranked defense (defensive efficiency of 84.9).
FGCU Eagles at Liberty Flames Betting Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Liberty, ATS Winner – FGCU, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Liberty ranks fifth in rebounds allowed per game (29.4) while FGCU ranks 194th (36.2).
- The Flames rank first in blocks allowed per game (1.7) while the Eagles rank 87th (3.2).
- The Flames rank ninth in steals allowed per game (4.7) while the Eagles rank 195th (7.8).
- Liberty ranks second in assists allowed per game (8.1) while FGCU ranks 121st (12.4).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Flames have scored an average of 63.4 points per game (4.6 below their season average) and allowed an average of 52.2 points per game (0.3 above their season average).
- The Eagles have outscored opponents by an average of 4.2 points in their last five games. For the season, FGCU has been defeated by an average of 5.7 points.
