The Norfolk State Spartans (3-8) and the Loyola Chicago Ramblers (6-4) battle at Joseph J. Gentile Center. The Spartans look to put an end to their seven-game losing streak. The game starts at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 15, 2019.
Norfolk State Spartans vs. Loyola Chicago Ramblers Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Ramblers dismantled the Quincy Hawks, 90-59, while the Spartans were beaten by the Hampton Pirates, 64-53.
Loyola Chicago dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a free throw rate of 0.218 (matching their season average) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.709 (above their season average of 0.563). For those same stats, Quincy was 0.107 and 0.473, respectively. Norfolk State, meanwhile, forced Hampton into a turnover percentage of 24.7 (above their season average of 15.7). Lucas Williamson played well for Loyola Chicago, contributing 25 points. Norfolk State was led by Steven Whitley, who finished with 20 points and six rebounds.
The Ramblers won the only game between these two teams last year, 80-49. Loyola Chicago’s 0.268 free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Norfolk State, who had a mark of 0.073. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
This has potential to be an error-filled game for the offense of Loyola Chicago. Loyola Chicago ranks 191st in the nation in ball protection (turnover percentage of 21.2 percent), while the disruptive defense of Norfolk State forces the 33rd-most turnovers in the NCAA (23.7 percent).
Norfolk State vs. Loyola Chicago ATS Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – Loyola Chicago, ATS Winner – Loyola Chicago, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Norfolk State ranks 88th in rebounds per game (37.4) while Loyola Chicago ranks 265th (30.8).
- The Spartans rank 26th in steals per game (8.7) while the Ramblers rank 103rd (7.5).
- The Spartans rank 119th in three pointers attempted per game (22.7) while the Ramblers rank 274th (15.1).
- Loyola Chicago averages 14.5 assists per game, which ranks 92nd in the nation. Norfolk State ranks 190th in assists allowed per game (14.3).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Ramblers have scored an average of 68.6 points per game (4.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 61.0 points per game (3.6 below their season average).
- The Spartans have been outscored by an average of 9.2 points in their last five games. On the season, Norfolk State has defeated opponents by an average of 5.3 points.