The Massachusetts Minutemen welcome the UMass Lowell River Hawks to William D. Mullins Center to open the new season. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 5, 2019.
UMass Lowell River Hawks at Massachusetts Minutemen Betting Odds
Last season, Massachusetts was unable make the tournament following a 10-19 regular season campaign. UMass Lowell also failed to make the tournament following a 15-16 regular season.
Massachusetts appears to have an edge on the offensive glass in this battle. The Minutemen ranked 85th in offensive rebounding percentage (31.5 percent), while UMass Lowell ranked 249th in defensive rebounding percentage (70.4 percent) in the 2018-19 season.
UMass Lowell River Hawks vs. Massachusetts Minutemen Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Massachusetts, ATS Winner – Massachusetts, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- UMass Lowell ranks 31st in assists per game (15.6) while Massachusetts ranks 252nd in assists allowed per game (15.0).
- The River Hawks rank 203rd in steals per game (5.7) while the Minutemen rank 252nd (4.8).
- The Minutemen rank 48th in rebounds allowed per game (32.3) while the River Hawks rank 174th (35.2).
- Massachusetts ranks 29th in three pointers allowed per game (19.3) while UMass Lowell ranks 126th (21.6).