Army Black Knights (2-7) vs. Harvard Crimson (6-3)
Army Black Knights vs. Harvard Crimson 12/8/23 – On Friday, December 8th at Lavietes Pavilion on ESPN+ is set to be an engaging NCAA Men’s Basketball showdown between Army Black Knights (2-7 record) and Harvard Crimson’s more formidable squad (3-6-3). Don’t miss this engaging contest in college hoops as fans can make use of free NCAAB game picks at Lavietes Pavilion to make this an event not to be missed!
Army Black Knights have had a challenging start to their season. Boasting just two wins at 2-7 so far, their performance has fallen far short of expectation; their offense averages 60.1 points per game; shooting accuracy issues appear concerning with 39.2% field goal percentage and 29.3% three-point field goal percentage figures respectively; yet defensive rebound numbers average 24.1 per game which could play an instrumental role against Harvard in game strategy.
Harvard Crimson enter the game boasting an impressive 6-3 record and boast an average scoring output of 74.9 per game, substantially outpacing Army. They’ve been more efficient with their shooting with an effective field goal percentage of 45.4% and even greater three-point field goal percentage (37.7%)! Furthermore, Harvard boasts impressive defensive prowess, recording 27.6 defensive rebounds per game on average.
Army Black Knights vs. Harvard Crimson Game Info
| When: | Friday, December 8, 2023, at 7:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Lavietes Pavilion |
| TV: | ESPN+ |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Josh Scovens (Forward) vs. Malik Mack (Guard)
Josh Scovens has been an exceptional forward for Army Black Knights this season, playing 29 minutes per game across 9 games on average and producing 10.6 points and 5.8 rebounds per game on average. Scovens excels at his inside game – his field goal percentage stands at 40.7% – making him an invaluable defensive asset; yet, with three-point shooting percentage being two areas where Scovens might struggle against teams with strong perimeter defenseers.
Malik Mack of Harvard Crimson stands out with an energetic and aggressive offensive profile. Averaging 20.4 points per game at remarkable efficiency with 48.3% field goal accuracy and 47.9% from beyond the arc shooting accuracy he excels in setting pace of games and creating scoring opportunities not just for himself but for all teammates (4.4 assists per game evidenced this). Furthermore his versatility as an offensive threat from long range shots to driving through defenses adds up to make him an unpredictable offensive force that cannot be ignored!
Scovens and Mack will present an intriguing display of defense versus offense in their matchup. Scovens must use his defensive prowess to contain Mack’s scoring and playmaking abilities, particularly on the perimeter where Harvard may find success scoring points. Conversely, Mack must outmaneuver Scovens by employing speed and shooting skills – an individual matchup which could dramatically change game dynamics as Scovens tests his defensive abilities against Mack’s versatile offense and sharpshooting prowess.
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total: TBD
Betting odds for this matchup have yet to be released; they should reflect Harvard’s superior standing over Army this season and their struggles keeping pace.
Army Black Knights Betting Trends
The Army Black Knights exhibit an inconsistency when it comes to betting, showing some resilience over their last five games against the spread by going 3-2 against it; yet overall performance indicates potential weaknesses, especially on offense.
Harvard Crimson Betting Trends
Harvard, on the other hand, displays an inconsistent streak by going 1-4 against the spread in their last 5 games – this indicates that while they might be winning games but don’t always cover their spread as is essential when betting.
Army Black Knights vs. Harvard Crimson 12/8/23 Betting Picks
Statistics and trends point towards Harvard being victorious in this upcoming match-up; their offensive strength and overall superior performance make them likely winners, yet Army must not be forgotten due to its resilience, specifically with respect to covering spreads.
Bettor may find Harvard to be their ideal pick when betting straight wins; however, due to Army’s ability to cover spreads there could be value in betting with points instead. Over/Under will depend heavily on total score set total, though given Harvard’s high scoring games versus Army’s lower scores it might be wiser to go under in comparison to over. Premium game insights indicates that although Harvard may be considered the favorite they could still shock in close contested contests.
Free Pick and Prediction: Harvard Crimson 74, Army Black Knights 60