The NJIT Highlanders (19-9, 7-6 Asun) will be at Swisher Gym to take on the Jacksonville Dolphins (12-16, 5-8 Asun) in an Asun matchup. Action begins at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019.
NJIT Highlanders at Jacksonville Dolphins Betting Odds
In their last matchup, the Dolphins were beaten by the North Florida Ospreys, 80-73, while the Highlanders beat the Stetson Hatters, 82-77.
NJIT dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had a ridiculous free throw rate of 0.345 (above their season average of 0.271) and a turnover percentage of 8.3 (better than their season average of 16.4). Stetson was 0.138 and 11.4, respectively, for those same stats. Jacksonville, on the other hand, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 36.0 (above their season average of 29.1). Jacksonville was lifted by Jace Hogan, who put up 26 points and 12 rebounds. Zach Cooks had a good outing for NJIT, recording 21 points, five rebounds and five assists.
In their first matchup this season, Abdul Lewis led the Highlanders to a 77-74 win. He notched a double-double with 19 points and 21 rebounds. NJIT’s free throw rate was their largest advantage over Jacksonville. The Highlanders had a rate of 0.311, while the Dolphins posted a mark of 0.234.
Jacksonville might have difficulty finding the bottom of the net as they clash against one of the NCAA’s best defenses. NJIT currently ranks 54th in defensive efficiency, while the Dolphins rank 229th in offensive efficiency. Additionally, the Highlanders are among the NCAA’s best at getting to the line, ranking 47th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.274). The Dolphins, however, rank 59th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.197).
NJIT Highlanders vs. Jacksonville Dolphins ATS Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – NJIT, ATS Winner – NJIT, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Jacksonville ranks 67th in assists per game (14.8) while NJIT ranks 241st (11.2).
- The Highlanders average 6.4 steals per game, which ranks 108th in the nation. The Dolphins rank 185th in steals allowed per game (7.3).
- NJIT ranks 212th in three pointers attempted per game (20.7) while Jacksonville ranks 230th (20.0).
- The Dolphins rank seventh in blocks per game (5.5) while the Highlanders rank 162nd (2.8).
- Jacksonville averages 37.2 rebounds per game, which ranks 84th in the NCAA. NJIT ranks 206th in rebounds allowed per game (36.1).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Highlanders have scored an average of 63.8 points per game (6.5 below their season average) and allowed an average of 67.6 points per game (0.8 above their season average).
- The Dolphins’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 0.6, down from 0.6 for the season.
