The UNC Asheville Bulldogs (1-8) will attempt to snap their six-game road losing streak in a matchup against the Wofford Terriers (8-3) at Jerry Richardson Indoor Stadium. The game is scheduled to get underway at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 15, 2018.
UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs. Wofford Terriers Betting Prediction
In the Bulldogs’ last matchup, they blew out the St. Andrews Presbyterian Knights, 87-47. The Bulldogs had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (51.4 vs. 5.4) and had a much better turnover percentage (10.2 vs. 19.4). With 27 points on 9-for-16 shooting, Devon Baker was the top scorer from either team.
The Terriers lost to the No. 8 North Carolina Tar Heels in their last game, 78-67. North Carolina’s 35.7 offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest advantage over Wofford, who had a mark of 26.5. Wofford’s Cameron Jackson recorded 10 points and nine rebounds in the contest.
Wofford could dominate on the offensive side of the ball as their prolific offense goes up against one of the worst defenses in the nation. Since last season, the Terriers rank 37th in offensive efficiency, while UNC Asheville ranks 285th in defensive efficiency. Moreover, the Bulldogs, who rank 267th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.231), will square off against the Terriers, who rank 42nd in opponents’ FTA rate (0.230).
Jackson and Fletcher Magee have played well over the last five games for Wofford. Jackson has averaged 0 points per game. Not to be outdone, Magee has recorded 0 points a game during that span.
The Bulldogs won the sole contest against the Terriers last season, 85-65. The Bulldogs had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (21.4 vs. 12.9) and had a much better turnover percentage (12.5 vs. 18.7).
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Wofford ranks 32nd in steals allowed per game (5.9) while UNC Asheville ranks 211th (6.9).
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