The No. 23 Maryland Terrapins (8-2) put their six-game winning streak on the line when they take on the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds (4-6) at Xfinity Center. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, December 11, 2018.
Loyola Maryland Greyhounds vs. Maryland Terrapins Free Prediction
In the Greyhounds’ last matchup, they were blown out by the St. John’s Red Storm, 76-55. St. John’s’ turnover percentage was their largest advantage over Loyola Maryland. The Red Storm had a rate of 20.1, while the Greyhounds posted a mark of 29.2. Andrew Kostecka was Loyola Maryland’s leading scorer with 17 points on 4-for-12 shooting.
The Terrapins defeated the Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens in their last game, 73-67. Getting to the charity stripe was one of Maryland’s biggest strengths. They had 30 free throw attempts, 19 more than Delaware. Jalen Smith led Maryland in scoring with 19 points on 8-for-15 shooting from the field.
Several players have played at a high level over the last five games for Maryland. Anthony Cowan Jr. has led the way, averaging 0 points per game. Bruno Fernando (0 points) and Smith (0 points) have also been impressive.
Maryland appears to have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. The Terrapins currently rank 66th in offensive efficiency, while Loyola Maryland ranks 304th in defensive efficiency.
Loyola Maryland Greyhounds vs. Maryland Terrapins Odds Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Maryland, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Maryland averages 5.1 blocks per game, which ranks 14th in the country. Loyola Maryland ranks 205th in blocks allowed per game (5.1).
The Terrapins rank third in rebounds allowed per game (28.5) while the Greyhounds rank 124th (34.3).
Maryland ranks 41st in assists allowed per game (11.0) while Loyola Maryland ranks 143rd (13.4).
The Greyhounds average 6.1 steals per game, which ranks 145th in the country. The Terrapins rank 224th in steals allowed per game (7.9).
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The Greyhounds’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 7.2, up from 2.4 for the season.
During their last five games, the Terrapins have scored an average of 81.0 points per game (4.9 above their season average) and allowed an average of 65.8 points per game (2.4 above their season average).
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