The Columbia Lions get their season underway on the road against the Marist Red Foxes (0-1) at McCann Center. The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 10, 2018.
Columbia Lions at Marist Red Foxes Betting Prediction
The Red Foxes were beaten by the Army West Point Black Knights in their last matchup, 73-69. Army West Point’s 8.6 turnover percentage was their largest strength over Marist, who had a rate of 16.1. Marist’s Brian Parker had a good performance, leading both teams in scoring with 25 points on 9-for-16 shooting.
Last season, Columbia was unable make the tournament following an 8-19 regular season campaign.
Last season, the Lions were 8-19 straight up (SU) and 10-9 against the spread (ATS). Of Columbia’s 19 games last year, 11 finished over the O/U total.
Marist could struggle to create turnovers. Since the 2017-18 season, Columbia ranks 110th in the NCAA at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 17.5 percent), while Marist forced the ninth-fewest turnovers (14.8 percent).
Columbia vs. Marist Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Marist, ATS Winner – Marist, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Columbia averages 27.1 three pointers per game, which ranks 19th in the country. Marist ranks 288th in three pointers allowed per game (25.3).
The Lions rank 110th in steals per game (6.6) while the Red Foxes rank 282nd (4.2).
Columbia averages 14.2 assists per game, which ranks 116th in the nation. Marist ranks 264th in assists allowed per game (15.2).
The Lions rank 129th in blocks per game (3.4) while the Red Foxes rank 226th (2.4).
Columbia ranks 155th in rebounds per game (35.6) while Marist ranks 251st (33.6).
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