The Old Dominion Monarchs (14-5, 4-2 CUSA) and the Charlotte 49ers (5-12, 2-4 CUSA), who both like to play patient, will clash at Dale F. Halton Arena. The game starts at 4 p.m. ET on Monday, January 21, 2019.
Old Dominion Monarchs vs. Charlotte 49ers ATS Prediction
The Monarchs come in on a high note after blowing out the Southern Miss Golden Eagles in their last outing, 78-60. Old Dominion won the rebounding battle. The Monarchs had 23 offensive rebounds and 45 total rebounds, while the Golden Eagles had nine and 32, respectively. Old Dominion rallied around Ahmad Caver, who led the team in scoring with 19 points on 8-for-17 shooting.
The last time the 49ers played, they were victorious over the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, 55-40. Charlotte’s 0.317 free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Louisiana Tech, who had a mark of 0.167. The 49ers’ mark was above their season average of 0.289, while the Bulldogs’ was below their season average of 0.252. Cooper Robb led Charlotte in scoring with 12 points on 4-for-6 shooting from the field.
Charlotte might struggle to score as they clash against one of the country’s best defenses. Old Dominion ranks 23rd in defensive efficiency while the 49ers rank 342nd in offensive efficiency.
After the Monarchs won both matchups against the 49ers last season, these teams will meet for the first time this year. In the most recent contest, Old Dominion won 88-66. Old Dominion won the rebounding battle. The Monarchs had more offensive rebounds (19 vs. three), defensive rebounds (19 vs. 16) and total rebounds (38 vs. 19).
Old Dominion Monarchs vs. Charlotte 49ers ATS Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Old Dominion, ATS Winner – Old Dominion, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Old Dominion ranks 33rd in rebounds per game (39.6) while Charlotte ranks 270th (31.5).
The Monarchs rank fourth in steals allowed per game (4.3) while the 49ers rank 136th (6.9).
Old Dominion ranks 140th in three pointers attempted per game (22.7) while Charlotte ranks 263rd (18.9).
The Monarchs rank 24th in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while the 49ers rank 138th (4.1).
Old Dominion ranks 164th in assists per game (12.9) while Charlotte ranks 257th (9.2).
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The Monarchs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 3.2, down from 7.4 for the season.
During their last five games, the 49ers have scored an average of 66.0 points per game (9.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 63.4 points per game (0.4 above their season average).
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