The Clemson Tigers (5-2) take on the Saint Peter’s Peacocks (2-5) at Littlejohn Coliseum. The game will air on ACC Network at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, December 4, 2018.
Saint Peter’s Peacocks vs. Clemson Tigers Free Prediction
In the Peacocks’ last matchup, they defeated the Maine Black Bears, 63-59. The Peacocks had a superb free throw rate of 0.308 (above their season average of 0.243) and held the Black Bears to an offensive rebounding percentage of 23.3 (below the 34.0 mark opponents have averaged against Saint Peter’s this season). Saint Peter’s was led by Samuel Idowu, who was the top scorer from either team with 21 points on 7-for-17 shooting.
The Tigers lost a close one to the Nebraska Cornhuskers in their last contest, 68-66. Nebraska’s 14.3 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over Clemson, who had a rate of 15.9. The Cornhuskers’ mark was worse than their season average of 13.9. With 15 points and five rebounds, Clemson’s Marcquise Reed put together a solid performance.
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when a pair of the nation’s slowest-paced teams battle. Clemson ranks 285th in possessions per game (67.7) and Saint Peter’s is 324th (66.6) since last season. Also, the Peacocks’ 324th-ranked offense (offensive efficiency of 98.2) will square off against the Tigers’ 33rd-ranked defense (defensive efficiency of 97.6).
Saint Peter’s Peacocks vs. Clemson Tigers Betting Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Clemson, ATS Winner – Saint Peter’s, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Clemson ranks 165th in rebounds per game (35.8) while Saint Peter’s ranks 290th (33.2).
The Tigers rank 32nd in assists allowed per game (11.1) while the Peacocks rank 137th (13.0).
Clemson ranks 38th in blocks per game (4.5) while Saint Peter’s ranks 140th (3.4).
The Peacocks average 23.2 three pointers per game, which ranks 115th in the nation. The Tigers rank 172nd in three pointers allowed per game (22.0).
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