The Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs (15-9, 6-4 BigSou) visit Presbyterian to take on the Blue Hose (14-11, 6-4 BigSou) in a game that has the potential to be high-scoring. The game starts at 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 9, 2019.
Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs vs. Presbyterian Blue Hose ATS Prediction
The last time the Runnin’ Bulldogs played, they topped the Longwood Lancers, 89-88. Getting to the free throw line was one of Gardner-Webb’s biggest strengths. They had 26 free throw attempts, nine more than Longwood. Gardner-Webb received a boost from David Efianayi, who was the top scorer from either team with 26 points on 8-for-11 shooting.
The Blue Hose easily got past the UNC Asheville Bulldogs in their last contest, 67-44. Presbyterian’s 15.2 turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over UNC Asheville, who had a rate of 30.5. The Blue Hose’s mark was worse than their season average of 12.9, while the Bulldogs’ was above their season average of 20.7. Francois Lewis was Presbyterian’s high scorer with 12 points on 5-for-9 shooting from the field.
It might turn into a high-scoring affair as a pair of the country’s best offenses go head-to-head. Presbyterian ranks 26th with 114.1 points per 100 possessions and Gardner-Webb is 44th (112.5).
After the Runnin’ Bulldogs won both matchups against the Blue Hose last season, this will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams. In the last game, Gardner-Webb won 78-63. The Runnin’ Bulldogs made 13 of their 15 free throws (86.7 percent) and had a better turnover percentage (11.7 vs. 14.0).
Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs at Presbyterian Blue Hose Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Gardner-Webb, ATS Winner – Gardner-Webb, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Presbyterian ranks 44th in assists per game (15.6) while Gardner-Webb ranks 118th in assists allowed per game (12.8).
Bettings Trends:
The Runnin’ Bulldogs have been outscored by an average of 3.8 points in their last five games. For the season, Gardner-Webb has defeated opponents by an average of 8.7 points.
During their last five games, the Blue Hose have scored an average of 78.2 points per game (0.2 above their season average) and allowed an average of 71.2 points per game (0.2 above their season average).
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