The Colonials and Badgers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on B1G+. The Badgers will host the game at Kohl Center in Madison, WI. The over/under for this game is set at 138 points, and the Badgers are the home favorites against the Colonials in a non-conference matchup.
ROBERT MORRIS COLONIALS VS WISCONSIN BADGERS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Robert Morris Colonials +19.5
This game will be played at Kohl Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 17th.
WHY BET THE ROBERT MORRIS COLONIALS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-67 in favor of the Badgers.
- Even though we have Wisconsin winning straight-up, we like Robert Morris at +19.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 138 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.
No Pressure for Robert Morris as Away Dogs
Heading into their 3rd game of the season, Robert Morris has yet to secure a win. When looking at their previous three road games, which includes last year, Robert Morris has yet to win a game on the road. As of today’s game, Robert Morris has a 0-2 ATS record. However, over their past three games, the school has a 2-0 ATS record, with an average scoring margin of -2.
Robert Morris’ games have, on average, featured 134 points per game leading to an over/under record of 0-2-0. Their average over/under line is currently 136.8 points so far. The Colonials have an over/under record of 0-2 in their last three games, with their games averaging 63 points per game.
The Robert Morris offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 62 points versus Towson. During the game, they attempted 20 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 39.2%. The team’s top scorer is Markeese Hastings, who enters today’s matchup with an average of 15.3, while Stephaun Walker also carries a PPG average of 13.3 into the game.
Currently, the Colonials’ defense holds the 51st rank in the nation, allowing 66.3 points per game. So far, the Robert Morris defense is giving up an average of 9.7 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 10.7 times per game (279th).
Can Wisconsin Grab a Win at Home?
Wisconsin has a record of 1-2 so far this season, and this will be their fourth game. In their last ten home games, they have gone 4-6, including last year. Prior to today’s game, Wisconsin holds a 1-2 ATS record. In their previous ten games, including those from last season, Wisconsin has a 5-4-1 ATS record.
Up to this point, games involving Wisconsin have had an average of 154 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 138.2 points. Their over/under record is 2-1-0. When analyzing the Badgers’ last five games, they have produced a combined average of 77 points per game and an over/under record of 4-1.
In their recent matchup, the Wisconsin offense ended with 59 points against Providence. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 33.9% and made 5 threes. AJ Storr was the leading scorer for the Badgers, putting up 22 points. In addition, John Blackwell contributed 11 points.
Currently, the Badgers’ defense holds the 98th rank in the nation, allowing 76.0 points per game. In their previous game vs. Providence, the Friars finished with a field goal percentage of 58% and a total of 72 points vs. Wisconsin.