The East Carolina Pirates (2-5) will travel to the JMU Convocation Center to clash against the James Madison Dukes (4-3). Action starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 30, 2019.
East Carolina Pirates at James Madison Dukes ATS Odds
Both teams fell in their last outing. The Dukes fell to the Coppin State Eagles, 94-78, while the Pirates were defeated by the Rice Owls, 77-69.
East Carolina had an offensive rebounding percentage of 40.8 (above their season average of 31.9) while James Madison did a great job of getting to and converting from the free throw line (20-27; 74.1 percent). Matt Lewis had a good performance for James Madison with 28 points and eight rebounds. Tyrie Jackson had a good game for East Carolina, contributing 20 points and six rebounds.
The Dukes won the lone contest between these two teams last year, 73-72. James Madison did a great job of getting and making free throws (26-37; 70.3 percent). East Carolina, meanwhile, had a better effective field goal percentage (0.559 vs. 0.500).
James Madison could have a tough time creating turnovers. Since last season, East Carolina ranks 203rd in the nation at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 19.1 percent), while James Madison has forced the 27th-fewest turnovers (16.4 percent).
East Carolina Pirates at James Madison Dukes ATS Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – East Carolina, ATS Winner – East Carolina, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- James Madison ranks 172nd in three pointers attempted per game (22.0) while East Carolina ranks 310th (17.4).
- The Dukes average 6.3 steals per game, which ranks 153rd in the NCAA. The Pirates rank 177th in steals allowed per game (6.4).
- James Madison ranks 223rd in assists per game (12.5) while East Carolina ranks 239th (12.1).
- The Dukes average 36.1 rebounds per game, which ranks 140th in the NCAA. The Pirates rank 242nd in rebounds allowed per game (36.5).
- James Madison averages 3.3 blocks per game, which ranks 143rd in the country. East Carolina ranks 181st in blocks allowed per game (3.5).