The Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens (12-6, 4-1 CAA) head to Charleston to play the Cougars (13-4, 2-2 CAA) in what should be a low-scoring game. The game begins at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 12, 2019.
Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens vs. Charleston Cougars Free Prediction
In the Fightin’ Blue Hens’ last outing, they defeated the UNCW Seahawks, 82-69. Delaware’s effective field goal percentage was their largest advantage over UNCW. The Fightin’ Blue Hens had a rate of 0.663 (above their season average of 0.541), while the Seahawks posted a mark of 0.467 (below their season average of 0.519). Eric Carter had a good game for Delaware, finishing with 14 points and 14 rebounds.
The Cougars lost a tough one against the Drexel Dragons in their last outing, 79-78. Drexel’s free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Charleston. The Dragons had a rate of 0.254 (above their season average of 0.243), while the Cougars posted a mark of 0.161 (below their season average of 0.298). Charleston’s Grant Riller had a solid performance, leading the team in scoring with 18 points on 7-for-15 shooting.
After the Cougars won both meetings against the Fightin’ Blue Hens last season, these teams will clash for the first time this year. In the last game, Charleston won 62-54. The Cougars had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (32.5 vs. 20.0) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.447 vs. 0.343).
Half-court execution will be critical when two of the nation’s slowest-paced teams battle. Charleston ranks 338th in possessions per game (65.9) and Delaware is 303rd (67.2).
Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens vs. Charleston Cougars Free Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Charleston, ATS Winner – Delaware, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Delaware ranks 136th in assists per game (13.6) while Charleston ranks 225th (11.1).
The Cougars rank 24th in steals allowed per game (5.1) while the Fightin’ Blue Hens rank 64th (5.8).
Charleston is 28th in the nation with 2.5 blocks allowed per game while Delaware is 54th with 2.8 blocks allowed per game.
Bettings Trends:
The Fightin’ Blue Hens have been outscored by an average of 3.2 points in their last five games. On the season, Delaware has defeated opponents by an average of 2.4 points.
During their last five games, the Cougars have scored an average of 69.8 points per game (3.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 68.0 points per game (0.6 above their season average).
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