The Delaware State Hornets (3-16, 0-6 MEAC) will attempt to put an end to their eight-game losing streak when they go head-to-head against the Howard Bison (8-12, 2-3 MEAC) at Burr Arena. The game begins at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 26, 2019.
Delaware State Hornets at Howard Bison ATS Prediction
In the Hornets’ last matchup, they were beaten by the Florida A&M Rattlers, 60-47. Florida A&M’s free throw rate was their largest strength over Delaware State. The Rattlers had a rate of 0.220 (above their season average of 0.177), while the Hornets posted a mark of 0.119 (below their season average of 0.158). Kevin Larkin played well for Delaware State, putting up 12 points and eight rebounds.
The Bison lost to the Harvard Crimson in their last game, 84-71. One of Harvard’s largest strengths was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 22-24 (91.7 percent), while the Bison were just 13-22 (59.1 percent). Howard’s RJ Cole had a good performance, leading both teams in scoring with 21 points on 7-for-18 shooting.
After the Bison won the lone game against the Hornets last season, 93-74, these teams will meet for the first time this year. The Bison made 30 of their 39 free throws (76.9 percent) and had a much better turnover percentage (11.5 vs. 23.9).
The physical Howard offense could be getting to the foul line a lot in this matchup. The Bison currently rank 95th in the nation with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.263, while Delaware State ranks 275th in FTA rate allowed (0.257).
Delaware State at Howard Betting Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Howard averages 38.8 rebounds per game, which ranks 47th in the country. Delaware State ranks 280th in rebounds allowed per game (42.6).
The Hornets rank 35th in three pointers attempted per game (26.7) while the Bison rank 217th (20.3).
Howard ranks 41st in blocks per game (4.4) while Delaware State ranks 170th (2.1).
The Bison rank 155th in assists per game (13.2) while the Hornets rank 237th (11.0).
Howard ranks 147th in steals per game (5.8) while Delaware State ranks 156th in steals allowed per game (7.2).
Bettings Trends:
The Hornets’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 12.2, down from 15.8 for the season.
During their last five games, the Bison have scored an average of 58.2 points per game (17.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 62.2 points per game (13.4 below their season average).
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