The South Carolina Gamecocks (4-4) will have their hands full against the NCAA’s top scoring defense when they challenge the fifth-ranked Michigan Wolverines (9-0) at Crisler Center. The game begins at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 8, 2018.
South Carolina Gamecocks at Michigan Wolverines ATS Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Wolverines had no trouble getting past the Norfolk State Spartans 63-44, while the Gamecocks defeated the USC Upstate Spartans 65-52.
South Carolina dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a free throw rate of 0.466 and an offensive rebounding percentage of 42.2. For those same stats, USC Upstate was 0.121 and 20.5, respectively. Michigan, meanwhile, dominated every facet of their game. They had a free throw rate of 0.217 and an offensive rebounding percentage of 34.7. Norfolk State had marks of 0.085 and 18.6, respectively, for those same stats. Jon Teske played a key role for Michigan with 13 points and eight rebounds. South Carolina, meanwhile, was led by Chris Silva, who recorded 13 points and 11 rebounds.
When looking at effective field goal percentage, Michigan figures to have a considerable edge. Since last season, the Wolverines defense ranks first in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.461), while the South Carolina offense ranks 330th in effective field goal percentage (0.464). Also, the Gamecocks rank 30th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.291), while the Wolverines rank first in opponents’ FTA rate (0.197).
South Carolina Gamecocks at Michigan Wolverines Odds Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Michigan, ATS Winner – South Carolina, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Michigan ranks first in steals allowed per game (3.9) while South Carolina ranks 228th (7.1).
- The Wolverines rank 13th in three pointers allowed per game (16.7) while the Gamecocks rank 94th (20.8).
- Michigan ranks 14th in assists allowed per game (10.1) while South Carolina ranks 61st (11.7).
- The Wolverines average 3.3 blocks per game, which ranks 47th in the country. The Gamecocks rank 228th in blocks allowed per game (4.7).
- Michigan ranks 50th in rebounds per game (34.2) while South Carolina ranks 139th in rebounds allowed per game (34.5).
