The Wofford Terriers (21-12) go head-to-head against the Central Michigan Chippewas (20-14) in the CollegeInsider.com Postseason Tournament at Jerry Richardson Indoor Stadium. The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, March 16, 2018.
Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Wofford Terriers Betting Prediction
The Chippewas will be hoping for similar success after topping the Fort Wayne Mastodons in their last contest, 94-89. Central Michigan held the Mastodons to an offensive rebounding percentage of 14.3 (below their season average of 26.6). Fort Wayne, on the other hand, had a turnover percentage of 9.5 (better than their season average of 14.3). Central Michigan was lifted by David DiLeo, who led the team in scoring with 22 points on 7-for-14 shooting.
In the Terriers’ last game, they lost a tough one against the UNCG Spartans, 56-55. UNCG’s 30.8 offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over Wofford, who had a rate of 23.5. The Spartans’ mark was below their season average of 34.4. Wofford’s Fletcher Magee put together a good performance, leading both teams in scoring with 14 points on 5-for-18 shooting.
It might turn into a high-scoring affair as two of the NCAA’s best offenses go head-to-head. Wofford currently ranks 49th with 112.2 points per 100 possessions and Central Michigan is 47th (112.5).
Central Michigan Chippewas at Wofford Terriers Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Central Michigan, ATS Winner – Central Michigan, O/U – Over
Notes
Betting Notes:
Wofford averages 25.3 three pointers per game, which ranks 46th in the NCAA. Central Michigan ranks 286th in three pointers allowed per game (25.2).
The Chippewas rank 106th in rebounds per game (36.5) while the Terriers rank 286th (32.3).
Wofford ranks 19th in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while Central Michigan ranks 166th (3.7).
The Terriers average 15.1 assists per game, which ranks 70th in the nation. The Chippewas rank 117th in assists allowed per game (13.0).
Central Michigan ranks 117th in steals per game (6.4) while Wofford ranks 134th in steals allowed per game (6.2).
Bettings Trends:
The Chippewas’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 6.2, up from 5.4 for the season.
During their last five games, the Terriers have scored an average of 67.4 points per game (7.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 65.0 points per game (4.9 below their season average).
