The Alabama A&M Bulldogs (0-6) open their home schedule at Von Braun Center against the UAB Blazers (4-2). The game begins at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 29, 2018.
UAB Blazers vs. Alabama A&M Bulldogs Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Bulldogs lost big to the Fordham Rams, 77-46, while the Blazers were victorious over the Canisius Golden Griffins, 68-58.
The Blazers had a fantastic offensive rebounding percentage of 44.8 (above their season average of 39.0) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.528 (above their season average of 0.464). Alabama A&M, on the other hand, did an excellent job of converting from the free throw line (16-20; 80.0 percent). Gerron Scissum played well for Alabama A&M with 12 points. UAB, meanwhile, was lifted by Zack Bryant, who finished with 26 points, seven steals and five rebounds.
The Blazers won the only contest between these two teams last year, 90-58. UAB won the rebounding battle. The Blazers had 11 offensive rebounds and 41 total rebounds, while the Bulldogs had five and 21, respectively.
Getting to the line could be rare for Alabama A&M in this battle. Dating back to last season, the Bulldogs rank 324th in the nation with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.195, while UAB ranks 48th in FTA rate allowed (0.197). ,
UAB Blazers vs. Alabama A&M Bulldogs Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Alabama A&M, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- UAB ranks 31st in assists per game (16.0) while Alabama A&M ranks 292nd (11.4).
- The Blazers rank 76th in blocks allowed per game (2.9) while the Bulldogs rank 261st (4.8).
- UAB ranks 201st in steals per game (5.8) while Alabama A&M ranks 300th (4.3).
- The Bulldogs rank 63rd in three pointers allowed per game (20.0) while the Blazers rank 298th (24.9).
- UAB ranks 18th in rebounds allowed per game (31.3) while Alabama A&M ranks 250th (36.7).
