The South Carolina Gamecocks (1-0) challenge the Stony Brook Seawolves (1-0) at Colonial Life Arena. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Stony Brook Seawolves at South Carolina Gamecocks ATS Prediction
The Seawolves come in on a high note after just getting past the George Washington Colonials in their last contest, 77-74. Stony Brook’s 12.8 turnover percentage was their largest strength over George Washington, who had a mark of 19.5. With 18 points on 6-for-17 shooting, Elijah Olaniyi was Stony Brook’s high scorer.
In the Gamecocks’ last game, they beat the USC Upstate Spartans, 65-52. The Gamecocks had a much better free throw rate (0.466 vs. 0.121) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (42.2 vs. 20.5). With 13 points and 11 rebounds, South Carolina’s Chris Silva played well.
It could be an error-filled game for the South Carolina offense. Dating back to last season, South Carolina ranks 275th in the NCAA in ball protection (turnover percentage of 20.0 percent), while the pesky defense of Stony Brook has forced the 37th-most turnovers in the NCAA (21.5 percent). Furthermore, the Seawolves’ 302nd-ranked offense (offensive efficiency of 99.7) will go head-to-head against the Gamecocks’ 39th-ranked defense (defensive efficiency of 98.5).
Stony Brook at South Carolina Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – South Carolina, ATS Winner – South Carolina, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Stony Brook averages 8.1 steals per game, which ranks 15th in the NCAA. South Carolina ranks 236th in steals allowed per game (7.4).
The Gamecocks average 37.5 rebounds per game, which ranks 74th in the nation. The Seawolves rank 206th in rebounds allowed per game (35.8).
Stony Brook ranks 180th in blocks per game (2.9) while South Carolina ranks 244th in blocks allowed per game (5.2).
The Gamecocks allow the 43rd-fewest assists per game (11.5) while the Seawolves rank 51st (11.6).
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