The Colorado Buffaloes (8-3) square off against the Charlotte 49ers (3-7) in the Diamond Head Classic at Stan Sheriff Center. The game can be seen on ESPNU at 1 p.m. ET on Tuesday, December 25, 2018.
Colorado Buffaloes vs. Charlotte 49ers Betting Prediction
In the Buffaloes’ last game, they thoroughly outplayed the Drake Bulldogs, 100-71. The Buffaloes had a much better free throw rate (0.429 vs. 0.194) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (27.6 vs. 18.2). Colorado received a boost from Namon Wright, who was the top scorer from either team with 25 points on 8-for-12 shooting.
The 49ers were beaten by the Chattanooga Mocs in their last contest, 80-69. Chattanooga’s turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over Charlotte. The Mocs had a rate of 13.6, while the 49ers posted a mark of 17.8. Charlotte’s Jon Davis had a good game, leading both teams in scoring with 31 points on 11-for-25 shooting.
It might be a tough matchup for Charlotte on the offensive glass. The 49ers are among the nation’s elite on the offensive glass, ranking 332nd in offensive rebounding percentage at 21.3 percent. Meanwhile, Colorado ranks 12th in the country at corralling defensive rebounds with a defensive rebounding percentage of 77.5 percent. Contrasting tempos will be on display in this showdown. The fast-paced Buffaloes rank 57th in possessions per game, while the more methodical 49ers rank 342nd.
Colorado vs. Charlotte ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Colorado, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Colorado ranks 41st in rebounds per game (39.8) while Charlotte ranks 242nd (31.0).
The Buffaloes rank ninth in blocks allowed per game (1.9) while the 49ers rank 109th (4.1).
Colorado ranks 150th in assists per game (12.8) while Charlotte ranks 228th (9.3).
The Buffaloes rank 188th in three pointers attempted per game (20.7) while the 49ers rank 235th (18.9).
Colorado averages 6.0 steals per game, which ranks 120th in the nation. Charlotte ranks 137th in steals allowed per game (7.7).
Bettings Trends:
The Buffaloes’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 17.6, up from 10.9 for the season.
During their last five games, the 49ers have scored an average of 58.4 points per game (0.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 64.6 points per game (3.5 below their season average).
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