Seton Hall Pirates vs UConn Huskies 2/18/2023 Expert Picks, Analysis and Predictions
The Seton Hall Pirates will travel to Harry A. Gampel Pavilion to take on the 20th-ranked UConn Huskies on Saturday, February 18, 2023, at 12:00 PM EST. Seton Hall has compiled a 16-11 record so far this season and averages 14.2 turnovers and 17.8 personal fouls per game. Their passing efficiency ranking is currently 238th in the nation, with an average of 36.0 rebounds per game and 329 assists. The Pirates have made 68.0% of their free throw attempts and 32.4% of their three-point attempts, converting 157 of their 485 attempts. With an average of 68.8 ppg, the Pirates rank 256th in the country, shooting 43.7% from the field. Seton Hall is also efficient on defense, forcing 14.6 turnovers and committing 18.5 fouls per game.
Senior guard Al-Amir Dawes scored 20 points on 50% FG shooting in his last game. However, he is averaging 12.6 ppg on a lackluster 41% FG percentage. F Tyrese Samuel has been in good form, scoring 29 points in his last two games while shooting at least 50% from the field in his last four straight games. In the league, G Kadary Richmond has recorded two double-doubles and is averaging 10.5 points per game.
- Seton Hall is 1-10 SU in their last 11 games on the road against Connecticut.
- The total stayed UNDER in 7 of Seton Hall’s last 10 games with an opponent in the Big East.
- The Seton Hall Pirates are 6-2 SU in their last 8 games played in February.
Seton Hall Pirates vs UConn Huskies 2/18/2023 Expert Picks, Analysis and Predictions
On Saturday, February 18, 2023, at 12:00 PM EST, the UConn Huskies will host the Seton Hall Pirates at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion. With a season record of 19-7, the Huskies have been consistent performers, averaging 78.6 points per game and shooting 45.3% from the field. However, their 12.7 turnovers per game could be a cause for concern. UConn is also strong on the boards, averaging 39.2 rebounds per game, and has excellent ball movement, ranking ninth in the nation with 17.2 assists per game. On defense, they commit an average of 18.8 personal fouls per game, but make up for it with a solid 74.7% FT percentage.
Adama Sanogo has been a standout player for the Huskies, with three conference games where he scored 20 or more points. The junior forward is averaging 17.2 PPG and 7.3 RPG and contributed 17 points in the team’s recent defeat. Jordan Hawkins, on the other hand, has had a bit of a rough patch, shooting below 30% in two of his previous three games. Despite this, the sophomore guard is averaging 16.2 PPG on the season and scored 13 points in the first matchup against Seton Hall. Alex Karaban has also been a consistent contributor, putting up double-digit points in two of his last 3 games and averaging 9.7 ppg overall.
- The total went OVER in 10 of Connecticut’s last 11 games at home.
- The Connecticut Huskies are 10-1 SU in their last 11 games at home against Seton Hall.
- Connecticut is 7-13 ATS in their last 20 games against an opponent in the Big East conference.
Seton Hall Pirates vs 20 UConn Huskies. The NCAAB pick for this game is the Seton Hall Pirates. Seton Hall has been proving their reliability on the road, winning three out of their last four away games. Moreover, the team boasts a favorable 7-3 overall record in their previous ten games. On the other hand, the UConn Huskies are struggling to win games in the Big East, only managing to secure victories in four out of their last nine games. In terms of defense, Seton Hall’s is slightly stronger than UConn’s, as the Pirates allow only 93.1 points per 100 possessions, ranking 15th in Division I, whereas the Huskies allow 93.7 points per 100 possessions. Based on these factors, the Pirates are expected to win with a projected score of 74-62.
NCAAB Starting Time: 12:00 PM (EDT)
Location: Harry A. Gampel Pavilion
Date: Saturday, February 18, 2023
TV: FOX
NCAAB Odds: Seton Hall Pirates +10.5
NCAAB Totals: 134.5
