The NJIT Highlanders (4-0) try to stay undefeated when they meet the Cornell Big Red (2-2) at Wellness and Events Center. The game starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 17, 2018.
Cornell Big Red vs. NJIT Highlanders Betting Prediction
The last time the Big Red played, they were topped by the Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens, 73-56. Delaware’s offensive rebounding percentage was their largest strength over Cornell. The Fightin’ Blue Hens had a rate of 25.0 (below their season average of 30.5), while the Big Red posted a mark of 13.9 (below their season average of 25.4). Cornell’s Matt Morgan had a solid outing, contributing 21 points and five rebounds.
NJIT easily got past the Kean Cougars in their last matchup, 73-40. The Highlanders had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (24.1 vs. 3.4) and had a much better free throw rate (0.283 vs. 0.047). With 14 points and five rebounds, NJIT’s Zach Cooks had a good performance.
Points at the line might be scarce for NJIT in this showdown. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, the Highlanders rank 247th in the country with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.223, while Cornell ranks 57th in FTA rate allowed (0.201).
Cornell Big Red at NJIT Highlanders Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Cornell, ATS Winner – Cornell, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
NJIT ranks 13th in steals per game (8.1) while Cornell ranks 238th (5.3).
The Highlanders rank 34th in three pointers allowed per game (19.3) while the Big Red rank 207th (22.9).
Cornell ranks 35th in assists per game (15.9) while NJIT ranks 161st (13.5).
The Highlanders rank 141st in rebounds allowed per game (34.4) while the Big Red rank 262nd (37.3).
Cornell ranks 126th in blocks per game (3.5) while NJIT ranks 237th in blocks allowed per game (4.2).
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