The Charlotte 49ers (5-23, 1-16 CUSA) and Florida Atlantic Owls (12-17, 6-11 CUSA) bring the regular season to an end when they face off at Dale F. Halton Arena. The game starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, March 3, 2018.
The game’s Over/Under (O/U) has been set at 143.5 points with Florida Atlantic opening as a 3-point favorite.
Florida Atlantic Owls vs. Charlotte 49ers Betting Prediction
In the Owls’ last outing, they were beaten by the Old Dominion Monarchs, 69-64. Old Dominion’s 7.9 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over Florida Atlantic, who had a rate of 11.6. The Monarchs’ mark was better than their season average of 13.1. Ronald Delph played well for Florida Atlantic, putting up 19 points and 12 rebounds.
The 49ers were beaten by the FIU Golden Panthers in their last game, 89-83. FIU’s offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest advantage over Charlotte. The Golden Panthers had a rate of 30.6 (above their season average of 25.1), while the 49ers posted a mark of 18.9 (below their season average of 26.9). With 37 points on 12-for-25 shooting, Jon Davis was the top scorer from either team.
Charlotte might have trouble putting up points as they clash against one of the nation’s best defenses. Florida Atlantic currently ranks 61st in defensive efficiency, while the 49ers rank 307th in offensive efficiency.
Florida Atlantic holds records of 12-17 straight up (SU) and 11-13 against the spread (ATS). Vegas has a tendency to place the total high when the Owls are involved, as 15 of their 24 games have gone under the projected point total.
Meanwhile, Charlotte is 5-23 SU and 6-19 ATS. Games involving the 49ers have a slight tendency to go over the projected point total (48.0 percent).
Both teams have had a player take their game to the next level over their last five games. Delph (16.8 points, 7.4 rebounds and 2.8 blocks) has been great for the Owls while Davis (18.8 points and 7.2 assists) has made great contributions to the 49ers.
This will be the second game of the season between these two teams. Davis led both teams with 25 points in the first game, in which the 49ers lost 75-64, unable to cover as 7.5-point underdogs. The game finished with a total of 139 points, which was just 1 points below the projected point total of 140 points. Florida Atlantic had a much better turnover percentage (14.8 vs. 21.4). Charlotte, meanwhile, had a better free throw rate (0.176 vs. 0.145).
Florida Atlantic Owls at Charlotte 49ers Odds Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Florida Atlantic, ATS Winner – Charlotte, O/U – Over
Notes
Betting Notes:
On the road, Florida Atlantic is 7-7 ATS with 9 unders, 4 overs and 1 push.
Charlotte is 3-8 ATS at home with 7 overs, 3 unders and 1 push.
Florida Atlantic ranks 31st in rebounds per game (38.8) while Charlotte ranks 207th (34.0).
The Owls rank 25th in three pointers allowed per game (18.9) while the 49ers rank 136th (21.5).
Florida Atlantic ranks 49th in blocks allowed per game (2.8) while Charlotte ranks 111th (3.4).
The Owls average 5.8 steals per game, which ranks 160th in the nation. The 49ers rank 221st in steals allowed per game (7.7).
Florida Atlantic ranks 243rd in assists per game (11.8) while Charlotte ranks 264th (11.1).
Bettings Trends:
In their last five games, Florida Atlantic is 3-2 ATS with 2 overs, 2 unders and 1 push.
Charlotte is 1-4 ATS with 4 overs and 1 under over their last five games.
The Owls’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 1.2, up from 0.0 for the season.
During their last five games, the 49ers have scored an average of 77.6 points per game (6.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 93.8 points per game (13.8 above their season average).
