Offense meets defense when the No. 4 Virginia Cavaliers (6-0) visit Maryland to take on the No. 24 Terrapins (6-0). The game starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 28, 2018, and will air on ESPN.
Virginia Cavaliers vs. Maryland Terrapins Betting Prediction
The Cavaliers come in on a high note after defeating the No. 25 Wisconsin Badgers in their last contest, 53-46. The Cavaliers were 9-12 from the foul line (75.0 percent), while the Badgers had a turnover percentage of 20.9 (above their season average of 10.9). With 20 points on 8-for-14 shooting, De’Andre Hunter led Virginia in scoring.
In the Terrapins’ last game, they won big over the Marshall Thundering Herd, 104-67. The Terrapins had a ridiculous free throw rate of 0.410 (above their season average of 0.224) and held the Thundering Herd to an offensive rebounding percentage of 23.5 (below their season average of 29.3). With 18 points and 16 rebounds, Bruno Fernando had a solid performance for Maryland.
The game should be a showdown of strength against strength as the prolific offense of Maryland takes on the stingy defense of Virginia. Since last season, the Terrapins rank 50th in offensive efficiency, while the Cavaliers are second in defensive efficiency. The Cavaliers should have an advantage in terms of ball protection. They rank 3rd at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 14.0 percent). Conversely, the Terrapins have forced the 45th-fewest turnovers in the nation (opponents’ turnover percentage of 16.7 percent).
Virginia at Maryland Betting Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Virginia ranks second in steals allowed per game (3.9) while Maryland ranks 229th (6.9).
The Terrapins rank 90th in rebounds per game (37.2) while the Cavaliers rank 300th (32.5).
Virginia ranks 26th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while Maryland ranks 167th (3.5).
The Cavaliers rank first in assists allowed per game (9.1) while the Terrapins rank 104th (12.6).
Maryland ranks 260th in three pointers attempted per game (19.6) while Virginia ranks 271st (19.4).
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