The Manhattan Jaspers (3-11, 1-1 MAAC) and the Marist Red Foxes (5-8, 0-1 MAAC), who both like to play patient, will square off at McCann Center. The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 8, 2019.
Manhattan Jaspers vs. Marist Red Foxes Free Prediction
The last time the Jaspers played, they were topped by the Elon Phoenix, 62-56. Elon’s free throw rate was their biggest strength over Manhattan. The Phoenix had a rate of 0.267, while the Jaspers posted a mark of 0.077. Thomas Capuano had a good game for Manhattan, contributing 10 points and eight rebounds.
The Red Foxes fell to the Army West Point Black Knights in their last matchup, 73-69. Army West Point’s 8.6 turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over Marist, who had a mark of 16.1. Brian Parker had a solid performance for Marist, leading both teams in scoring with 25 points on 9-for-16 shooting.
After splitting two games last season, these teams will go head-to-head for the first time this year. The Red Foxes won the last game 62-59. The Red Foxes’ 27.3 offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over the Jaspers, who had a rate of 15.6.
Half-court execution will be at a premium when two of the country’s slowest-paced teams square off. Marist ranks 321st in possessions per game (66.6) and Manhattan is 348th (64.2).
Manhattan Jaspers at Marist Red Foxes ATS Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Manhattan ranks 43rd in three pointers allowed per game (19.8) while Marist ranks 242nd (27.0).
The Jaspers average 7.6 steals per game, which ranks 59th in the nation. The Red Foxes rank 80th in steals allowed per game (6.1).
Marist ranks 247th in rebounds per game (32.0) while Manhattan ranks 254th (31.8).
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The Jaspers’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 3.4, down from 8.4 for the season.
During their last five games, the Red Foxes have scored an average of 66.4 points per game (0.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 73.4 points per game (4.0 above their season average).
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