The NJIT Highlanders (2-6) will travel to CFE Federal Credit Union Arena to clash with the UCF Knights (5-2). The game starts at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 7, 2019.
NJIT Highlanders vs. UCF Knights Betting Odds
In their last matchup, the Knights easily got past the Charleston Cougars, 77-56, while the Highlanders lost to the Army West Point Black Knights, 75-65.
UCF dominated every facet of the game. They had a ridiculously low turnover percentage of 7.0 (better than their season average of 17.7) and a free throw rate of 0.183 (matching their season average). For those same stats, Charleston put up marks of 13.6 and 0.102, respectively. NJIT, meanwhile, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 34.1 (above their season average of 24.4). Collin Smith had a good game for UCF, putting up 19 points, nine rebounds and five assists. NJIT rallied around Zach Cooks, who had 23 points and six rebounds.
UCF should have the edge on the offensive side of the ball. Dating back to last season, the Knights rank 72nd in offensive efficiency, while the Highlanders rank 189th in defensive efficiency. Additionally, the Highlanders, who rank 53rd in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.265), will square off against the Knights, who rank 56th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.186).
NJIT vs. UCF Free Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Ucf, ATS Winner – NJIT, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- UCF ranks 45th in blocks per game (4.3) while NJIT ranks 204th (2.7).
- The Highlanders rank 228th in three pointers attempted per game (20.5) while the Knights rank 262nd (19.4).
- The Knights rank 103rd in rebounds per game (37.0) while the Highlanders rank 260th (33.4).
- UCF ranks 134th in assists per game (13.6) while NJIT ranks 286th (10.6).