The Appalachian State Mountaineers (3-5) challenge the North Carolina Central Eagles (4-5) at the Holmes Convocation Center. The game is scheduled to get underway at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 8, 2018.
North Carolina Central Eagles at Appalachian State Mountaineers Betting Prediction
In the Eagles’ last outing, they were dismantled by the No. 22 Clemson Tigers, 71-51. Clemson’s 15.7 turnover percentage was their biggest strength over North Carolina Central, who had a rate of 24.5. North Carolina Central’s Zacarry Douglas had a good outing, recording 12 points and 11 rebounds.
The Mountaineers won big over the Mars Hill Lions in their last matchup, 125-62. The Mountaineers had a much better turnover percentage (11.5 vs. 27.5) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.729 vs. 0.427). Justin Forrest was the top scorer from either team with 23 points on 9-for-12 shooting from the field.
This game should be a showdown of conflicting styles. Dating back to last season, Appalachian State has preferred a fast-paced style of play (51st in possessions per game), while North Carolina Central has been more half-court-oriented (242nd in possessions per game).
North Carolina Central vs. Appalachian State ATS Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Appalachian State ranks 42nd in three pointers attempted per game (25.8) while North Carolina Central ranks 275th (18.5).
The Eagles rank 37th in steals allowed per game (5.2) while the Mountaineers rank 185th (6.6).
North Carolina Central averages 37.5 rebounds per game, which ranks 91st in the NCAA. Appalachian State ranks 201st in rebounds allowed per game (36.0).
The Eagles rank 59th in assists per game (15.3) while the Mountaineers rank 76th in assists allowed per game (12.0).
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