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Citadel Bulldogs vs. Texas Longhorns Betting Preview 11/16/18

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The Texas Longhorns (3-0) try to remain unbeaten when they challenge the Citadel Bulldogs (2-1) at Frank Erwin Special Events Center. The game is scheduled to get underway at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, November 16, 2018.

Citadel Bulldogs vs. Texas Longhorns ATS Prediction

The Bulldogs will be looking for a similar outcome after blowing out the Johnson (FL) Suns in their last contest, 137-60. The Bulldogs had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.659 vs. 0.289) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (41.5 vs. 25.0). Citadel was led by Lew Stallworth, who contributed 13 points, 13 assists and six rebounds.

In the Longhorns’ previous game, they beat the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks, 65-55. The Longhorns had a much better turnover percentage (11.9 vs. 19.4) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.468 vs. 0.421). With 12 points and 10 rebounds, Texas’ Dylan Osetkowski played well.

Texas should have the advantage on the defensive side of the ball. The Longhorns rank 50th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.479), while Citadel is 154th in effective field goal percentage (0.518) dating back to last season.

Citadel Bulldogs vs. Texas Longhorns Free Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Texas, ATS Winner – Texas, O/U – Under

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Notes

Betting Notes (2017-Present):

Texas averages 4.9 blocks per game, which ranks 24th in the nation. Citadel ranks 234th in blocks allowed per game (4.2).

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