The Stony Brook Seawolves (9-2) challenge the Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens (8-3) at Island Federal Credit Union Arena. The game starts at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 16, 2018.
Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens vs. Stony Brook Seawolves Betting Prediction
The last time the Fightin’ Blue Hens played, they were defeated by the Maryland Terrapins, 73-67. Getting to the charity stripe was one of Maryland’s biggest advantages. They made 30 trips to the line, while Delaware went just 11 times. Eric Carter was the game’s high scorer with 29 points on 12-for-14 shooting.
The Seawolves edged the George Washington Colonials in their last matchup, 77-74. Stony Brook’s 12.8 turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over George Washington, who had a rate of 19.5. Elijah Olaniyi led Stony Brook in scoring with 18 points on 6-for-17 shooting from the field.
Both teams have had a player step their game up over their last five games. Carter (0 points) has been fantastic for the Fightin’ Blue Hens while Akwasi Yeboah (0 points) has made solid contributions to the Seawolves.
A focal point for the Stony Brook offense is getting to the free throw line. The Seawolves rank ninth in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.331), but Delaware is among the best in the NCAA at keeping opponents away from the charity stripe (ranking 52nd by yielding a FTA rate of 0.190).
Delaware vs. Stony Brook Betting Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Delaware ranks 43rd in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Stony Brook ranks 190th (4.6).
The Seawolves rank 29th in rebounds per game (40.3) while the Fightin’ Blue Hens rank 166th (35.4).
Delaware ranks 130th in assists per game (13.7) while Stony Brook ranks 247th (10.5).
Bettings Trends:
The Fightin’ Blue Hens’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 16.4, up from 6.1 for the season.
During their last five games, the Seawolves have scored an average of 79.8 points per game (3.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 73.0 points per game (3.1 above their season average).
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