The George Washington Colonials (3-8) will attempt to snap their five-game losing streak when they meet the Harvard Crimson (4-5) at Lavietes Pavilion. The game is scheduled to start at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 22, 2018.
George Washington Colonials at Harvard Crimson ATS Prediction
The last time the Colonials played, they were topped by the Stony Brook Seawolves, 77-74. Stony Brook’s turnover percentage was their biggest strength over George Washington. The Seawolves had a rate of 12.8, while the Colonials posted a mark of 19.5. Arnaldo Toro played well for George Washington, finishing with 13 points and 11 rebounds.
The Crimson defeated the MIT Engineers in their last contest, 78-66. Harvard had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.618 vs. 0.425). MIT, on the other hand, did a terrific job of making free throws (15-19; 78.9 percent). Chris Lewis was the game’s high scorer with 20 points on 9-for-11 shooting from the field.
The Colonials won the only contest against the Crimson last season, 58-48. George Washington had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.472 vs. 0.333). Harvard, on the other hand, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (33.3 vs. 21.2).
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when two of the country’s slowest-paced teams go head-to-head. Harvard ranks 280th in possessions per game (67.7) and George Washington is 278th (66.3) dating back to the 2017-18 season.
George Washington Colonials at Harvard Crimson Betting Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Harvard ranks 23rd in rebounds allowed per game (32.0) while George Washington ranks 200th (34.2).
The Crimson rank 155th in three pointers attempted per game (22.6) while the Colonials rank 231st (17.5).
Harvard ranks 50th in blocks per game (3.8) while George Washington ranks 111th (4.5).
The Colonials average 5.8 steals per game, which ranks 119th in the country. The Crimson rank 163rd in steals allowed per game (7.0).
Harvard ranks 137th in assists per game (12.8) while George Washington ranks 156th in assists allowed per game (13.6).
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