Savannah State Tigers at Delaware State Hornets ATS Prediction 02/02/19

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Expect a fast-paced game when the Savannah State Tigers (5-15, 2-4 MEAC) visit Delaware State to play the Hornets (3-17, 0-7 MEAC). The game begins at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 2, 2019.

Savannah State Tigers vs. Delaware State Hornets Betting Odds

Both teams lost in their last outing. The Hornets fell to the Howard Bison, 80-74, while the Tigers were defeated by the North Carolina Central Eagles, 82-78.

Savannah State had a turnover percentage of 11.5 (better than their season average of 17.1) while Delaware State held Howard to an offensive rebounding percentage of 20.6 (below their season average of 29.7). Johquin Wiley had a good game for Delaware State, contributing 13 points, eight rebounds and eight assists. Savannah State was lifted by Jaquan Dotson, who had 18 points and five rebounds.

The Tigers won the only game between these two teams last season, 106-86. Savannah State had a much better turnover percentage (6.5 vs. 26.2). Delaware State, meanwhile, did a fantastic job of making free throws (16-20; 80.0 percent). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

There could be a fair amount of transition offense in this showdown that showcases a pair of the NCAA’s more up-and-down teams. Delaware State currently ranks 60th in possessions per game (72.7) and Savannah State is third (81.1).

Savannah State at Delaware State Pick

Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Delaware State, ATS Winner – Delaware State, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Delaware State averages 26.6 three pointers per game, which ranks 31st in the NCAA. Savannah State ranks 269th in three pointers allowed per game (29.4).
  • The Tigers average 7.8 steals per game, which ranks 40th in the NCAA. The Hornets rank 150th in steals allowed per game (7.0).
  • Savannah State ranks 139th in blocks per game (2.8) while Delaware State ranks 163rd in blocks allowed per game (4.7).
  • The Tigers rank 52nd in rebounds per game (38.3) while the Hornets rank 285th in rebounds allowed per game (42.1).
  • Savannah State averages 15.3 assists per game, which ranks 58th in the country. Delaware State ranks 247th in assists allowed per game (16.3).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Hornets’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 12.6, down from 15.3 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Tigers have scored an average of 79.6 points per game (2.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 81.6 points per game (12.6 below their season average).