The Eastern Illinois Panthers (1-2) square off against the Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs (1-3) at U.S. Cellular Center. The game starts at 5 p.m. ET on Friday, November 23, 2018.
Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs vs. Eastern Illinois Panthers Betting Prediction
The Runnin’ Bulldogs will be hoping for a similar outcome after dismantling the Savannah State Tigers in their last outing, 97-77. The Runnin’ Bulldogs had a ridiculous effective field goal percentage of 0.621 (above their season average of 0.516) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 34.4 (above their season average of 24.5). Gardner-Webb rallied around Eric Jamison, who had 18 points and 14 rebounds.
In the Panthers’ previous outing, they edged the Western Illinois Leathernecks, 68-66. Eastern Illinois’ 11.2 turnover percentage was their biggest strength over Western Illinois, who had a rate of 18.2. With 11 points and 10 rebounds, Ben Harvey had a solid outing for Eastern Illinois.
This has potential to be a mistake-prone game for the offense of Gardner-Webb. Dating back to last season, Gardner-Webb ranks 288th in the NCAA in ball protection (turnover percentage of 20.3 percent), while the disruptive defense of Eastern Illinois has forced the 89th-most turnovers in the NCAA (20.3 percent).
Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs vs. Eastern Illinois Panthers Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Eastern Illinois, ATS Winner – Eastern Illinois, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Eastern Illinois ranks 159th in steals allowed per game (6.3) while Gardner-Webb ranks 252nd (7.3).
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