The Citadel Bulldogs (9-4, 1-1 SoCon) travel to Furman to play the Paladins (13-2, 2-1 SoCon) in what should be a high-scoring game. The game is scheduled to start at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 5, 2019.
Citadel Bulldogs at Furman Paladins Betting Prediction
In the Bulldogs’ last outing, they were thoroughly outplayed by the No. 22 Clemson Tigers, 100-80. Clemson’s 21.4 offensive rebounding percentage was their largest advantage over Citadel, who had a rate of 8.3. Lew Stallworth led Citadel in scoring with 15 points on 4-for-12 shooting.
The Paladins easily got past the Bob Jones University Bruins in their last matchup, 102-48. The Paladins had a much better turnover percentage (3.7 vs. 29.2) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (39.4 vs. 17.2). Matt Rafferty was the game’s high scorer with 24 points on 9-for-11 shooting from the field.
Furman could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their prolific offense squares off against one of the worst defenses in the nation. The Paladins currently rank 51st in offensive efficiency, while Citadel ranks 283rd in defensive efficiency.
Both teams have had a player step their game up over their last five games. Stallworth (0 points) has been fantastic for the Bulldogs while Rafferty (0 points) has contributed greatly to the Paladins.
After splitting two games last season, these teams will meet for the first time this year. The Bulldogs won the last game 100-92. The Bulldogs made 24 of their 31 free throws (77.4 percent) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.603 vs. 0.535).
Citadel Bulldogs vs. Furman Paladins Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Furman, ATS Winner – Citadel, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Furman ranks 11th in three pointers attempted per game (29.0) while Citadel ranks 254th in three pointers allowed per game (31.2).
The Paladins rank 30th in assists per game (16.7) while the Bulldogs rank 235th in assists allowed per game (18.5).
Furman averages 37.7 rebounds per game, which ranks 87th in the country. Citadel ranks 250th in rebounds allowed per game (40.3).
The Paladins average 9.0 steals per game, which ranks 15th in the NCAA. The Bulldogs rank 135th in steals allowed per game (7.0).
Citadel blocks 3.9 opponent shots per game, which is ranked 63rd in the country. Furman ranks 97th in blocks allowed per game (3.6).
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The Bulldogs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 22.2, up from 11.8 for the season.
During their last five games, the Paladins have scored an average of 86.6 points per game (7.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 65.4 points per game (0.7 below their season average).
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