The Charlotte 49ers (2-5) meet the South Florida Bulls (6-2) at Dale F. Halton Arena. The game is scheduled to get underway at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 9, 2018.
South Florida Bulls vs. Charlotte 49ers Free Prediction
In the Bulls’ last matchup, they beat the Alabama A&M Bulldogs, 80-63. The Bulls had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.651 vs. 0.510) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (38.5 vs. 31.3). Laquincy Rideau had a good game for South Florida, contributing eight points, 10 assists and five rebounds.
The 49ers were beaten by the Chattanooga Mocs in their last game, 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. Jon Davis put together a solid game for Charlotte, leading both teams in scoring with 31 points on 11-for-25 shooting.
The Bulls won the only contest against the 49ers last season, 78-76. South Florida had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (35.3 vs. 23.7). Charlotte, on the other hand, had a better free throw rate (0.200 vs. 0.127).
The aggressive Charlotte offense looks poised to dominate from the foul line. The 49ers rank 50th in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.278, while South Florida ranks 158th in FTA rate allowed (0.226) dating back to the 2017-18 season.
South Florida Bulls vs. Charlotte 49ers Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – South Florida, ATS Winner – Charlotte, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
South Florida ranks 172nd in steals per game (5.9) while Charlotte ranks 233rd in steals allowed per game (7.4).
The Bulls rank 216th in assists per game (12.5) while the 49ers rank 275th (10.7).
South Florida ranks 221st in rebounds per game (34.3) while Charlotte ranks 256th (33.6).
The 49ers rank 251st in three pointers attempted per game (19.4) while the Bulls rank 273rd (18.4).
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