The Charleston Cougars (13-3, 2-1 CAA) will attempt to extend their seven-game home winning streak in a matchup against the Drexel Dragons (7-10, 1-3 CAA) at TD Arena. The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 10, 2019.
Drexel Dragons at Charleston Cougars Free Prediction
In the Dragons’ last outing, they were beaten by the Eastern Michigan Eagles, 66-62. Eastern Michigan’s 12.4 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over Drexel, who had a rate of 16.3. Kurk Lee played well for Drexel, finishing with 13 points.
The Cougars defeated the Presbyterian Blue Hose in their last contest, 85-73. The Cougars had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (50.0 vs. 23.5) and had a much better turnover percentage (8.9 vs. 14.3). With 19 points and 14 rebounds, Charleston’s Jarrell Brantley had a good game.
After the Cougars won two out of three matchups against the Dragons last season, this will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams. In the most recent matchup, Charleston won 66-59. Charleston had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (29.7 vs. 23.7). Drexel, meanwhile, had a better turnover percentage (12.2 vs. 14.9).
Both teams have had a player take their game to the next level over their last five games. Alihan Demir (0 points) has been great for the Dragons while Brantley (0 points) has contributed greatly to the Cougars.
Charleston could put on a ball-control clinic in this showdown. Charleston ranks 26th in the NCAA at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 16.0 percent), while Drexel forces the 23rd-fewest turnovers (15.8 percent).
Drexel Dragons vs. Charleston Cougars Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Charleston, ATS Winner – Drexel, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Charleston ranks 31st in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while Drexel ranks 113th (3.6).
The Dragons rank 162nd in rebounds per game (35.6) while the Cougars rank 241st (33.1).
Charleston ranks 25th in steals allowed per game (5.1) while Drexel ranks 101st (6.5).
The Dragons average 15.0 assists per game, which ranks 75th in the nation. The Cougars rank 110th in assists allowed per game (12.8).
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The Dragons have outscored opponents by an average of 13.6 points in their last five games. For the season, Drexel has been defeated by an average of 0.4 points.
During their last five games, the Cougars have scored an average of 68.2 points per game (5.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 67.8 points per game (1.2 above their season average).
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