The NCAA’s top scoring team will be on the road at UPMC Events Center, when the Central Michigan Chippewas (7-4) go head-to-head with the Robert Morris Colonials (3-8). Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, December 17, 2019.
Central Michigan Chippewas at Robert Morris Colonials Betting Odds
In their last matchup, the Colonials defeated the FGCU Eagles, 64-59, while the Chippewas fell to the Texas Longhorns, 87-76.
Robert Morris played a perfect contest. They had a solid free throw rate of 0.308 (above their season average of 0.113) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 28.6 (below their season average of 32.3). FGCU was 0.123 and 23.5, respectively, for those same stats. Central Michigan, meanwhile, forced Texas into a turnover percentage of 24.8 (above their season average of 17.1). Josh Williams had a good outing for Robert Morris, contributing 16 points and six rebounds. Kevin McKay, meanwhile played a pivotal role for Central Michigan with 21 points and six rebounds.
Robert Morris may have difficulty getting to the charity stripe in this matchup. The Colonials rank 350th in the nation with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.128, while Central Michigan ranks 11th in FTA rate allowed (0.144). Additionally, the Chippewas rank 27th in offensive efficiency (113.6), while the Colonials rank 255th in defensive efficiency (103.0).
Central Michigan vs. Robert Morris Free Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Robert Morris, ATS Winner – Robert Morris, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Robert Morris ranks 62nd in three pointers allowed per game (20.1) while Central Michigan ranks 240th (25.8).
- The Chippewas average 39.5 rebounds per game, which ranks 39th in the country. The Colonials rank 166th in rebounds allowed per game (36.0).
- The Colonials average 15.3 assists per game, which ranks 50th in the nation. The Chippewas rank 213th in assists allowed per game (14.9).
- Central Michigan averages 10.5 steals per game, which ranks third in the country. Robert Morris ranks 140th in steals allowed per game (7.1).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Colonials have scored an average of 71.4 points per game (4.7 above their season average) and allowed an average of 67.6 points per game (2.9 below their season average).
- The Chippewas have been outscored by an average of 4.2 points in their last five games. On the season, Central Michigan has defeated opponents by an average of 14.5 points.