The Austin Peay Governors (6-4) will be in the St. Pete Shootout at McArthur Center when they meet the Campbell Fighting Camels (5-5). Action starts at 1:30 p.m. ET on Friday, December 21, 2018.
Campbell Fighting Camels vs. Austin Peay Governors Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Governors dismantled the Oakland City Mighty Oaks 114-53, while the Fighting Camels beat the UNCW Seahawks 97-93.
Campbell’s 7.8 turnover percentage was their biggest strength over UNCW, who had a rate of 19.4. Meanwhile, Austin Peay played a nearly perfect game. They had a turnover percentage of 10.7 and an offensive rebounding percentage of 48.5. For those same stats, Oakland City was 25.8 and 21.4, respectively. Dayton Gumm was a key piece for Austin Peay with 11 points and 10 assists. Meanwhile, Campbell was led by Chris Clemons, who put up 44 points, eight rebounds and five steals.
The Fighting Camels’ Chris Clemons has been playing at a high level over his last five games, averaging 0 points per game. Meanwhile, Terry Taylor has averaged 0 points during that same time frame for the Governors.
The prolific offense of Austin Peay (63rd in the country with an offensive efficiency of 112.3) will battle against the mid-tier defense of Campbell (201st in the country with a defensive efficiency of 102.2). The Governors should have the edge on that end of the court.
Campbell Fighting Camels vs. Austin Peay Governors Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Austin Peay, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Austin Peay ranks 27th in rebounds per game (40.5) while Campbell ranks 219th (32.7).
- The Fighting Camels rank 18th in blocks allowed per game (2.1) while the Governors rank 98th (3.5).
- Austin Peay ranks 94th in assists per game (14.3) while Campbell ranks 155th in assists allowed per game (14.2).
- The Fighting Camels rank 24th in three pointers attempted per game (28.1) while the Governors rank 185th (20.8).
- Campbell ranks 21st in steals per game (8.6) while Austin Peay ranks 123rd in steals allowed per game (6.9).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Governors have scored an average of 80.6 points per game (4.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 75.6 points per game (5.7 above their season average).
- The Fighting Camels have been outscored by an average of 0.2 points in their last five games. On the season, Campbell has defeated opponents by an average of 6.7 points.
