The Bethune-Cookman Wildcats (5-9) look to end their seven-game road losing streak in a matchup against the North Carolina Central Eagles (5-9) at McDougald-McLendon Gymnasium. The game begins at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 5, 2019.
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats vs. North Carolina Central Eagles ATS Prediction
In the Wildcats’ last outing, they were thoroughly outplayed by the DePaul Blue Demons, 80-58. One of DePaul’s largest advantages was getting to the free throw line. They made 30 trips to the line, while Bethune-Cookman went just 13 times. Bethune-Cookman’s Cletrell Pope had a solid game, contributing 11 points and nine rebounds.
The Eagles got blown out by the No. 22 Clemson Tigers in their last matchup, 71-51. Clemson’s turnover percentage was their largest advantage over North Carolina Central. The Tigers had a rate of 15.7, while the Eagles posted a mark of 24.5. With 12 points and 11 rebounds, Zacarry Douglas had a good game for North Carolina Central.
After the Wildcats won the sole game against the Eagles last season, 99-81, these teams will clash for the first time this year. The Wildcats knocked down 20 of their 28 free throws (71.4 percent) and had a much better turnover percentage (10.1 vs. 17.8).
Randy Miller, Jr. has averaged 0 points over the last five games for North Carolina Central.
The offensive glass should be a huge edge for North Carolina Central in this meeting. The Eagles currently rank 46th in offensive rebounding percentage (34.5 percent), while Bethune-Cookman ranks 257th in defensive rebounding percentage (69.5 percent).
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats at North Carolina Central Eagles Free Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – North Carolina Central, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
North Carolina Central ranks 53rd in assists per game (15.1) while Bethune-Cookman ranks 172nd in assists allowed per game (14.2).
The Eagles rank 107th in rebounds per game (34.5) while the Wildcats rank 221st in rebounds allowed per game (38.6).
North Carolina Central ranks 39th in steals allowed per game (5.8) while Bethune-Cookman ranks 114th (6.6).
The Wildcats rank 179th in three pointers attempted per game (21.2) while the Eagles rank 242nd (19.6).
North Carolina Central ranks 109th in blocks per game (2.6) while Bethune-Cookman ranks 123rd in blocks allowed per game (3.9).
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The Wildcats have outscored opponents by an average of 9.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Bethune-Cookman has been defeated by an average of 1.5 points.
During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 69.6 points per game (3.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 70.8 points per game (1.9 above their season average).
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