Massachusetts Minutemen vs. Saint Joseph’s Hawks ATS Prediction 02/02/19

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The Massachusetts Minutemen (8-13, 1-7 A10) and the Saint Joseph’s Hawks (9-12, 2-6 A10) battle at Michael J. Hagan ’85 Arena. The Minutemen can snap a six-game road losing streak. The game will air on NBC Sports Network at 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 2, 2019.

Massachusetts Minutemen at Saint Joseph’s Hawks Betting Odds

Both teams lost in their last outing. The Hawks fell to the Dayton Flyers, 75-64, while the Minutemen were defeated by the La Salle Explorers, 60-51.

Massachusetts had a turnover percentage of 9.3 (better than their season average of 16.8) while Saint Joseph’s held Dayton to an effective field goal percentage of 0.500 (below their season average of 0.564). Chris Clover was a key piece for Saint Joseph’s with 21 points. Massachusetts was led by Rashaan Holloway, who finished with 15 points and 14 rebounds.

This was a highly contested series last year, as the teams split their two games last season. In the last matchup, the Hawks won 85-73. Saint Joseph’s’ 0.231 free throw rate was their largest strength over Massachusetts, who had a mark of 0.048. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.

There’s a decent chance that Massachusetts struggles to create turnovers. Saint Joseph’s ranks first in the nation at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 14.1 percent), while Massachusetts forces the 227th-most turnovers (18.6 percent).

Massachusetts Minutemen at Saint Joseph’s Hawks Free Pick

Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Saint Joseph’s, ATS Winner – Saint Joseph’s, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Massachusetts ranks 57th in three pointers allowed per game (20.3) while Saint Joseph’s ranks 261st (27.0).
  • The Hawks rank 39th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while the Minutemen rank 91st (6.1).
  • Massachusetts averages 35.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 179th in the NCAA. Saint Joseph’s ranks 209th in rebounds allowed per game (36.6).
  • The Minutemen rank 94th in assists per game (14.3) while the Hawks rank 222nd in assists allowed per game (15.1).
  • Saint Joseph’s ranks 24th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while Massachusetts ranks 109th (3.5).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Hawks have scored an average of 65.2 points per game (4.5 below their season average) and allowed an average of 70.2 points per game (2.4 below their season average).
  • The Minutemen’s average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 7.8, up from 0.6 for the season.