It will be a showdown between two superb defenses when the Fordham Rams (5-2) take on the Manhattan Jaspers (3-3) at Rose Hill Gym. The game starts at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 7, 2019.
Manhattan Jaspers vs. Fordham Rams ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Rams dismantled the Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks, 66-45, while the Jaspers lost big to the Stony Brook Seawolves, 65-47.
Fordham played a flawless game. They had a phenomenal offensive rebounding percentage of 34.3 (above their season average of 29.2) and a free throw rate of 0.190 (below their season average of 0.194). For those same stats, Maryland Eastern Shore was 12.8 and 0.094, respectively. Manhattan, on the other hand, forced Stony Brook into a turnover percentage of 19.9 (above their season average of 16.6). Chuba Ohams had a good game for Fordham, recording 18 points and 11 rebounds. Meanwhile, Manhattan received a boost from Christian Hinckson, who finished with seven points and five rebounds.
The Rams won the only game between these two teams last year, 57-56. Fordham’s effective field goal percentage was its biggest advantage over Manhattan. The Rams had a rate of 0.531 while the Jaspers posted a mark of 0.435.
Half-court execution will be critical when two of the country’s slowest-paced teams battle. Fordham ranks 309th in possessions per game (66.4) and Manhattan is 348th (63.2) since the 2018-19 season.
Manhattan vs. Fordham Odds Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Fordham, ATS Winner – Manhattan, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Manhattan ranks 74th in rebounds allowed per game (33.3) while Fordham ranks 239th (36.6).
- The Jaspers rank 84th in steals per game (7.2) while the Rams rank 87th in steals allowed per game (5.8).
- Manhattan ranks 251st in assists per game (11.6) while Fordham ranks 253rd (11.5).
- The Rams rank 37th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while the Jaspers rank 170th (3.5).
- Manhattan ranks 39th in three pointers allowed per game (19.3) while Fordham ranks 69th (20.2).