The Fairleigh Dickinson Knights (2-5) and the eighth-ranked Kentucky Wildcats (6-1) go head-to-head at Rupp Arena. The Knights look to end a five-game road losing streak. Action gets underway at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 7, 2019, and can be seen on SEC Network.
Fairleigh Dickinson Knights at Kentucky Wildcats Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Wildcats were victorious over the UAB Blazers 69-58, while the Knights barely escaped the Quinnipiac Bobcats 78-77.
The Knights knocked down 19 of their 26 free throws (73.1 percent) and had a turnover percentage of 14.4 (better than their season average of 17.9). The Wildcats, meanwhile, knocked down 12 of their 16 free throws (75.0 percent) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 37.9 (above their season average of 29.0). Kentucky received a boost from EJ Montgomery, who finished with 16 points and eight rebounds. Xzavier Malone-Key, meanwhile had a good game for Fairleigh Dickinson, putting up 29 points.
Kentucky could dominate on the offensive side of the ball as their high-octane offense goes up against one of the worst defenses in the country. The Wildcats rank 23rd in offensive efficiency, while Fairleigh Dickinson ranks 259th in defensive efficiency since the 2018-19 season.
Fairleigh Dickinson Knights at Kentucky Wildcats Betting Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Kentucky, ATS Winner – Kentucky, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Kentucky ranks 37th in rebounds per game (38.8) while Fairleigh Dickinson ranks 270th (33.0).
- The Knights rank 269th in three pointers attempted per game (19.2) while the Wildcats rank 310th (16.4).
- The Wildcats rank 41st in assists allowed per game (10.9) while the Knights rank 226th (14.0).
- Kentucky averages 4.7 blocks per game, which ranks 21st in the NCAA. Fairleigh Dickinson ranks 116th in blocks allowed per game (3.2).