The Texas A&M Aggies (5-2) travel to face off against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights (5-2) on Saturday, November 30th. This game will be played at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas and televised on truT. Texas A&M is coming off a win in their previous game, while Rutgers is looking to get back on track from a loss to the Alabama. Tip-off is set for 3:30 ET.
Texas A&M Aggies vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights
The Aggies Are Coming Off A Win
Texas A&M picked up a 77-73 road win over Creighton on Wednesday. The Aggies were -4 favorites going into the game, and the final score resulted in a push against the spread. The total points of 150 went over the pre-game line of 145.5.
After trailing 31-27 at halftime, Texas A&M turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 50 points while allowing 42.
The Scarlet Knights Are Coming Off A Win
Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games
On Wednesday, November 27th, the Scarlet Knights fell 95-90 to Alabama on the road. Despite being +12.5 point underdogs, Rutgers kept the game closer than expected.
After a 41-41 tie at halftime, the Knights scored 49 points in the 2nd half but allowed 54. The game’s total points of 185 exceeded the O/U line of 163.
Aggies Offense Breakdown
Texas A&M’s offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 39.4% from the field and 21.7% from three-point range (5/23). Their effective field goal percentage was 42.3%, and they hit 69.6% of their free throws (16/23). The Aggies grabbed 21 offensive rebounds and recorded 8 assists as a team.
Pop Isaacs led the way with 25 points, hitting 5 of 10 threes and adding 6 assists. Wade Taylor IV contributed 18 points, while Henry Coleman III was efficient, shooting 8 of 10 for 17 points and grabbing 9 rebounds.
Scarlet Knights Offense Breakdown
Rutgers put up 90 points in their last game, with Dylan Harper leading the way, scoring 37 points on 57.9% shooting. Mark Sears added 24 points, and Ace Bailey contributed 22, hitting 50% of his shots.
From beyond the arc, Rutgers struggled, making just 2 of 13 attempts (15.4%), but they excelled at the free-throw line, hitting 30 of 35 (85.7%). The Scarlet Knights also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and finished with 8 assists.
Aggies Team Defense
Texas A&M’s defense gave up 73 points in their last game, with the opponent shooting 38% from the field on 23/60 shooting. Inside the arc, the Aggies held them to 43% shooting, as they made 10 of 23 two-point attempts.
From three-point range, the opponent hit 13 of 37 shots, good for 35%. They also went to the free-throw line 16 times, converting 14 of those attempts for 87%. Texas A&M allowed 11 offensive rebounds.
Scarlet Knights Team Defense
Even with Texas A&M holding them to 38% shooting, the Aggies couldn’t keep their opponent from scoring 73 points. They connected on 13 of their 37 three-point attempts, shooting 35% from beyond the arc.
From the free-throw line, the team was efficient, hitting 14 of 16 for 87%. Texas A&M also gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.
Aggies vs Scarlet Knights Trends
- Through their last ten road contests, the Aggies offense has averaged 80 points per game while allowing an average of 80. Texas A&M posted an overall record of 5-5 while going 5-4-1 ATS.
- In their last three games at home, the Scarlet Knights have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 1-1-1 vs. the spread. The team averaged 84 points per game in this stretch.
- The last three games that Rutgers was the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 1-2 while going 0-3 straight up.
- Through their last five matchups as the betting favorite, the Aggies have a good straight up record, but their ATS mark is just 2-2-1.
Aggies vs Scarlet Knights Prediction
The Scarlet Knights come in as the underdog at +4.5, making them our top choice on the point spread. We not only expect them to cover the spread but also believe they have a strong chance of winning the game outright, especially if you’re aiming for a higher moneyline payout.
As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 147, and our model projects the Aggies and Scarlet Knights to reach a combined total of 146 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
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Last updated:November 30, 2024 Rutgers Scarlet Knights, Texas A&M Aggies