Long Island University Sharks vs UConn Huskies 11/17/2021 Picks

Long Island University Sharks vs UConn Huskies 11/17/2021 Picks Predictions Previews

The Long Island University Sharks (0-2) will collide with the 24th ranked UConn Huskies (2-0) in the NCAAB-MB Inter-Conference battle at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion in Storrs on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, at 6:30 PM ET. Long Island needs a win in this match-up after losing their first two outings to San Francisco and Fresno State.

The LIU Sharks are in 9th place in the NEC with a 0-0 conference and a 0-2 overall standing this season. The Sharks scored an average of 30 points per half of the match while allowing 42 to the Bulldogs in their 60-84 loss on November 12.

Forward Tyrn Flowers led the way for Long Island University with 26 points and 7 rebounds while Forward Eral Penn contributed another double-figure score of 15 points in the loss.

The LIU Sharks converted 23 of their 65 (35.4%) shooting attempts from the field, posted 29.7% (11/27) efficiency from beyond the arc, and made 50.0% (3/6) of their attempts from the free-throw line. The Sharks grabbed 21 defensive boards and hauled down 9 offensive rebounds while dishing out 7 assists in defeat.

Long Island University spoiled 2 attempted shots while stealing the ball 9 times but committed 16 turnovers and 24 personal fouls.

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Long Island University Sharks vs UConn Huskies Predictions 11/17/2021

The 24th ranked UConn Huskies started the season with a 2-0 record after beating Central CT State and Coppin State. The Huskies will try to continue their winning streak in hosting this college basketball face-off versus the LIU Sharks on Wednesday.

UConn is in 6th place in the Big East Conference with a 2-0 overall standing after winning their first two home contests this season. The UConn Huskies left Coppin State behind at 46-28 in the first half while adding 43 points in the second half resulting in the eventual 89-54 victory on November 13.

Forward Adama Sanogo scored 20 points and grabbed 9 rebounds in leading the Huskies while Guard RJ Cole pitched in 16 points and distributed 6 assists in the win. Guard Jalen Gaffney led his team in assists at 8 while Guard Andre Jackson added 9 boards for UConn in the victory.

The UConn Huskies recorded 46.1% (35/76) shooting efficiency from the field, connected 10 of 30 (33.3%) attempts from the three-point range, and made 9 of 14 (64.3%) tries from the free-throw line.

The Huskies out-rebounded the Eagles at 50 to 38 total rebounds with 17 coming from the offensive side of the court and dished out 24 assists in the win. Connecticut denied 2 shot attempts with 11 steals but lost the ball in 11 turnovers and committed 20 personal fouls.

Long Island University Sharks vs. #24 UConn Huskies. The NCAAB Pick for this contest is the Connecticut Huskies. In their last 5 games played, the Sharks lost 4 matches while the Huskies won 3 this year. Long Island University struggled after losing their first two outings while UConn gained momentum after winning two games in a row.

Moreover, the UConn Huskies have the advantage of playing at their home court on Wednesday. The prediction: UConn Huskies will win at 82-65.

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