The Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers (1-9) will attempt to snap their nine-game losing streak when they go head-to-head with the American University Eagles (5-3) at Bender Arena. The game is scheduled to get underway at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, December 18, 2018.
Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers at American University Eagles ATS Prediction
The last time the Mountaineers played, they were blown out by the North Carolina State Wolfpack, 105-55. North Carolina State’s 8.8 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over Mount St. Mary’s, who had a rate of 20.9. Jalen Gibbs led Mount St. Mary’s in scoring with 24 points on 9-for-17 shooting.
The Eagles edged the George Mason Patriots in their last contest, 78-75. American University’s turnover percentage was their largest strength over George Mason. The Eagles had a rate of 14.0, while the Patriots posted a mark of 16.6. With 17 points and 13 rebounds, Sam Iorio had a good game for American University.
The Mountaineers won the lone game against the Eagles last season, 59-56. The Mountaineers had a much better turnover percentage (12.4 vs. 18.3) and had a better free throw rate (0.121 vs. 0.086).
Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers vs. American University Eagles ATS Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – American University, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
American University ranks 11th in three pointers allowed per game (17.5) while Mount St. Mary’s ranks 115th (22.0).
The Mountaineers rank 42nd in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while the Eagles rank 112th (3.5).
Mount St. Mary’s averages 6.6 steals per game, which ranks 97th in the nation. American University ranks 131st in steals allowed per game (6.7).
The Eagles rank 255th in rebounds per game (30.3) while the Mountaineers rank 258th (30.0).
American University averages 12.4 assists per game, which ranks 172nd in the nation. Mount St. Mary’s ranks 175th in assists allowed per game (14.4).
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