The High Point Panthers (4-5) welcome the Western Carolina Catamounts (3-8) to Millis Center. The Catamounts will attempt to snap a seven-game road losing streak. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 15, 2018.
Western Carolina Catamounts vs. High Point Panthers ATS Odds
Both teams fell in their last outing. The Panthers were beaten by the William & Mary Tribe, 79-69, while the Catamounts lost big to the Wright State Raiders, 96-73.
Western Carolina had a better offensive rebounding percentage (25.0 vs. 22.6) while High Point had a better turnover percentage (16.0 vs. 18.7). High Point was lifted by Brandonn Kamga, who had 24 points, six rebounds and five steals. Meanwhile, D.J. Myers played a pivotal role for Western Carolina with 11 points and six rebounds.
The Panthers won the only game between these two teams last season, 72-61. One of High Point’s largest strengths was getting to the free throw line. They made 25 trips to the line, while Western Carolina went 16 times.
Conflicting tempos will be on display in this battle. Since the 2017-18 season, Western Carolina has preferred a fast-breaking style of play (65th in possessions per game), while High Point has been more methodical (338th in possessions per game).
Western Carolina Catamounts vs. High Point Panthers Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – High Point, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Western Carolina ranks 45th in three pointers attempted per game (23.0) while High Point ranks 283rd (15.4).
- The Panthers rank 49th in rebounds allowed per game (32.4) while the Catamounts rank 78th (36.2).
- High Point ranks 158th in blocks per game (2.7) while Western Carolina ranks 175th in blocks allowed per game (4.0).
- The Panthers rank 21st in steals allowed per game (6.0) while the Catamounts rank 214th (8.3).
- Western Carolina ranks 193rd in assists per game (13.1) while High Point ranks 255th (11.4).
