Fordham Rams vs St. Bonaventure Bonnies Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Reilly Center in New York will be hosting an A-10 conference matchup between the Fordham Rams and the St. Bonaventure Bonnies. The game will be televised on USA Network at 2:30 p.m. EDT. The Rams, with a record of 17-15, will be traveling for the game while the Bonnies, with a record of 17-17, will have the advantage of playing on their home floor. Fordham swept the season series last year, but the current betting favorite is St. Bonaventure, with an opening line of -11 and the current line at -10.5. The outcome of the game remains to be seen.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Rams +463 | Bonnies -685

Spread: Rams +10.5 (-110) | Bonnies -10.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 141.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that St. Bonaventure will win straight-up is 87%.

Fordham Rams

Fordham's men's basketball team, the Rams, currently have a losing record after 15 games, primarily due to their 15-point loss last Saturday. This loss was unusual for a team known for its strong defense, which typically keeps them competitive. The Rams play at a fast pace, allowing an average of 74.4 points per game. However, they also excel at forcing turnovers, averaging 15.8 turnovers per contest, giving them an advantage in most turnover battles. Fordham is also positive in rebounding. However, there are areas in which the team struggles, such as allowing 25.3 free throw attempts per game (ranking 353rd nationally) and a 34.8% shooting percentage on three-pointers. Overall, opponents score 43.5% of their shots against the Rams. Offensively, Fordham's style of play allows them to average 76.2 points per game. However, their shooting percentages are not particularly strong, with a 41.4% success rate from the field, 32.8% from three-point range, and 65.8% from the free throw line. The Rams do excel at grabbing offensive rebounds, averaging 14.3 per game. However, they sometimes struggle with ball security. These offensive inefficiencies contribute to the Rams being ranked as the second-lowest rated team in the A-10 conference according to KenPom. Overall, Fordham has a power ranking of 91 and is currently ranked 155 in offense, scoring an average of 76.21 points per game. Defensively, they are ranked 254, allowing an average of 73.93 points against them per game. This season, the Rams have a record of 17-15, with a 6-9 record against the spread. Their shooting percentages are below average, hitting 41.38% of their field goals, 66.19% of their free throws, and 32.58% of their three-pointers. On the defensive end, opponents make 43.62% of their field goals, 71.23% of their free throws, and 34.76% of their three-pointers against the Rams. Fordham averages 39.07 rebounds per game and 13.79 offensive assists, but also has an average of 14.57 turnovers per game. Defensively, they average 37.43 defensive rebounds, 11.43