The Wofford Terriers (15-4, 7-0 SoCon) welcome the Samford Bulldogs (12-8, 2-5 SoCon) to Jerry Richardson Indoor Stadium. The Terriers will attempt to continue their six-game winning streak. Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 24, 2019.
Samford Bulldogs vs. Wofford Terriers ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Terriers were victorious over the Furman Paladins, 59-54, while the Bulldogs fell to the Mercer Bears, 93-87.
Wofford played a nearly flawless game. They had a free throw rate of 0.167 (below their season average of 0.180) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 37.5 (above their season average of 34.6). For those same stats, Furman was 0.123 and 32.4, respectively. Samford, on the other hand, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 35.0 (above their season average of 29.5). Fletcher Magee fueled Wofford with 22 points. Samford rallied around Josh Sharkey, who recorded 27 points and 10 assists.
The Terriers dominated this series last year, securing victories in both contests. In the most recent matchup, Wofford won 92-79. The Terriers’ offensive rebounding percentage was their largest advantage over the Bulldogs. Wofford had a rate of 32.1, while Samford posted a mark of 18.2. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
The offensive glass should be a huge advantage for Wofford in this battle. The Terriers currently rank 33rd in offensive rebounding percentage (34.7 percent), while Samford ranks 277th in defensive rebounding percentage (69.2 percent).
Samford Bulldogs vs. Wofford Terriers Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Wofford, ATS Winner – Wofford, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Wofford ranks 40th in three pointers attempted per game (26.2) while Samford ranks 237th in three pointers allowed per game (25.4).
- The Terriers average 7.0 steals per game, which ranks 74th in the country. The Bulldogs rank 111th in steals allowed per game (6.5).
- The Terriers rank first in rebounds allowed per game (28.1) while the Bulldogs rank 183rd (36.2).
- Wofford ranks 35th in assists allowed per game (10.9) while Samford ranks 153rd (13.6).
Bettings Trends:
- The Terriers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 16.6, down from 17.1 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 76.6 points per game (2.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 81.4 points per game (12.4 above their season average).
