It will be a battle between BigSou opponents when the USC Upstate Spartans (1-5) welcome the Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs (2-5) to the G.B. Hodge Center. The game is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 28, 2018.
Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs vs. USC Upstate Spartans Betting Prediction
The Runnin’ Bulldogs are trying to rebound after their 77-69 loss to the Arkansas State Red Wolves in their last matchup. Arkansas State’s 40.0 offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over Gardner-Webb, who had a rate of 23.5. The Red Wolves’ mark was above their season average of 26.5, while the Runnin’ Bulldogs’ was below the 32.6 mark opponents have averaged against Arkansas State this season. David Efianayi was the top scorer from either team with 24 points on 8-for-18 shooting.
In the Spartans’ last outing, they let one slip away to the Cal Poly Mustangs, 75-74. Cal Poly’s 0.177 free throw rate was their largest strength over USC Upstate, who had a mark of 0.118. The Mustangs’ mark was above their season average of 0.176, while the Spartans’ was below their season average of 0.170. USC Upstate’s Deion Holmes recorded 13 points and 10 rebounds in the game.
Gardner-Webb could struggle to create turnovers. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, USC Upstate ranks 50th in the nation at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 16.8 percent), while Gardner-Webb has forced the 193rd-most turnovers (18.8 percent).
The Runnin’ Bulldogs won the sole contest against the Spartans last season, 87-66. The Runnin’ Bulldogs had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (41.2 vs. 13.9) and had a much better free throw rate (0.442 vs. 0.179).
Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs at USC Upstate Spartans Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – USC Upstate, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Gardner-Webb ranks 150th in rebounds allowed per game (34.7) while USC Upstate ranks 303rd (38.4).
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