The Providence Friars (3-2) will be at home in the Dunkin’ Donuts Center when they clash with the Iona Gaels (2-2). The game starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 24, 2018.
Iona Gaels vs. Providence Friars Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Friars lost big to the 18th-ranked Michigan Wolverines, 66-47, while the Gaels beat the Hartford Hawks, 80-75.
The Gaels, who came into the game averaging an effective field goal percentage of 0.494, had a fantastic mark of 0.663, while the Hawks had a free throw rate of 0.281 (below the 0.333 mark opponents have averaged against Iona this season). Providence, on the other hand, had a better turnover percentage (15.4 vs. 15.3). Providence’s Alpha Diallo played well, recording 10 points and seven rebounds. E.J. Crawford played a pivotal role for Iona with 19 points and five assists.
Iona should have the edge on the offensive side of the ball. Since the 2017-18 season, the Gaels rank 89th in offensive efficiency, while Providence ranks 193rd in defensive efficiency.
Iona at Providence Betting Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Iona, ATS Winner – Providence, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Iona ranks 58th in three pointers attempted per game (24.9) while Providence ranks 277th (19.3).
- The Gaels rank 50th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while the Friars rank 171st (3.5).
- Providence averages 35.7 rebounds per game, which ranks 162nd in the country. Iona ranks 275th in rebounds allowed per game (37.6).
- The Gaels rank 23rd in steals allowed per game (5.0) while the Friars rank 191st (6.5).
- Providence ranks 131st in assists allowed per game (12.9) while Iona ranks 263rd (14.7).
