The No. 25 Furman Paladins (9-0) look to remain perfect when they challenge the USC Upstate Spartans (2-7) at G.B. Hodge Center. The game gets underway at 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 8, 2018.
Furman Paladins at USC Upstate Spartans Betting Prediction
The last time the Paladins played, they blew out the Bob Jones University Bruins, 102-48. The Paladins had a much better turnover percentage (3.7 vs. 29.2) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (39.4 vs. 17.2). With 24 points on 9-for-11 shooting, Matt Rafferty was the game’s high scorer.
The Spartans fell to the South Carolina Gamecocks in their last outing, 65-52. Getting to the charity stripe was one of South Carolina’s largest strengths. They had 37 free throw attempts, while USC Upstate had just 10. With 16 points on 5-for-11 shooting, Malik Moore was USC Upstate’s leading scorer.
The inefficient offense of USC Upstate will go head-to-head against the stingy defense of Furman. Since the 2017-18 season, the Spartans rank 342nd in offensive efficiency, while the Paladins are 23rd in defensive efficiency. The Paladins should have the advantage on that side of the ball.
Furman Paladins vs. USC Upstate Spartans ATS Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Furman, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Furman averages 36.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 29th in the country. USC Upstate ranks 274th in rebounds allowed per game (38.4).
The Spartans average 28.8 three pointers per game, which ranks 49th in the country. The Paladins rank 273rd in three pointers allowed per game (22.3).
Furman ranks 10th in steals per game (8.2) while USC Upstate ranks 230th in steals allowed per game (5.5).
The Paladins rank sixth in assists per game (16.4) while the Spartans rank 144th (13.9).
Furman ranks 70th in blocks per game (2.6) while USC Upstate ranks 132nd in blocks allowed per game (2.6).
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