Howard Bison at Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Free Prediction 02/11/19

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Expect a fast-paced game when the Howard Bison (11-13, 5-4 MEAC) travel to Bethune-Cookman to play the Wildcats (11-13, 6-4 MEAC). Action gets underway at 7:30 p.m. ET on Monday, February 11, 2019.

Howard Bison at Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Betting Odds

Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Wildcats defeated the Norfolk State Spartans 84-76, while the Bison beat the Florida A&M Rattlers 70-66.

The Bison forced 17 turnovers and held the Rattlers to an offensive rebounding percentage of 22.2 (below their season average of 27.3). The Wildcats, meanwhile, had an extraordinary free throw rate of 0.540 (above their season average of 0.202) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.570 (above their season average of 0.489). Cletrell Pope led the way for Bethune-Cookman, finishing with 20 points and 15 rebounds. Howard, meanwhile, was led by RJ Cole, who contributed 20 points and seven assists.

In their first matchup this year, Pope led the Wildcats to a 71-63 win. He registered a double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds. Bethune-Cookman had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.517 vs. 0.329). Howard, on the other hand, had a much better turnover percentage (12.0 vs. 21.0).

There should be plenty of transition action in this showdown that showcases two of the country’s more fast-breaking teams. Bethune-Cookman ranks 43rd in possessions per game (73.1) and Howard is 17th (74.9).

Howard at Bethune-Cookman ATS Pick

Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Bethune-Cookman, ATS Winner – Bethune-Cookman, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Bethune-Cookman ranks seventh in rebounds per game (41.3) while Howard ranks 273rd in rebounds allowed per game (39.2).
  • The Bison rank 241st in three pointers attempted per game (20.0) while the Wildcats rank 249th (19.7).
  • The Wildcats rank 75th in assists per game (14.6) while the Bison rank 190th in assists allowed per game (14.3).
  • Howard averages 4.2 blocks per game, which ranks 52nd in the NCAA. Bethune-Cookman ranks 145th in blocks allowed per game (3.8).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Wildcats have scored an average of 77.8 points per game (4.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 73.0 points per game (1.3 above their season average).
  • The Bison’s average margin of victory in their last five games has been 2.0, up from 0.8 for the season.