The No. 18 Michigan Wolverines (3-0) clash against the George Washington Colonials (0-3) in the Hall of Fame Tip-Off Naismith at Mohegan Sun Arena. The game starts at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 17, 2018, and will air on ESPN 3.
Michigan Wolverines vs. George Washington Colonials Betting Prediction
In the Wolverines’ last outing, they blew out the No. 8 Villanova Wildcats, 73-46. Michigan’s 9.9 turnover percentage was their largest strength over Villanova, who had a rate of 28.3. Michigan was led by Charles Matthews, who was the top scorer from either team with 19 points on 7-for-13 shooting.
The Colonials lost big to the No. 5 Virginia Cavaliers in their last contest, 76-57. Virginia’s 16.5 turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over George Washington, who had a rate of 22.5. With 17 points on 6-for-10 shooting, DJ Williams led George Washington in scoring.
The ineffective offense of George Washington will square off against the elite defense of Michigan. Dating back to last season, the Colonials rank 272nd in offensive efficiency, while the Wolverines are seventh in defensive efficiency. The Wolverines should have the advantage on that side of the ball. Additionally, the Wolverines rank fifth in turnover percentage (14.2 percent), while the Colonials rank 287th in opponents’ turnover percentage (17.1 percent).
Michigan vs. George Washington ATS Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Michigan ranks 71st in three pointers attempted per game (24.4) while George Washington ranks 304th (17.1).
The Wolverines rank third in steals allowed per game (4.0) while the Colonials rank 186th (6.5).
Michigan ranks sixth in assists allowed per game (9.9) while George Washington ranks 159th (13.4).
The Colonials rank 25th in blocks per game (4.9) while the Wolverines rank 140th (3.4).
Michigan ranks 238th in rebounds per game (33.8) while George Washington ranks 242nd (33.8).
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