The Furman Paladins (22-5, 11-4 SoCon) wrap up their home schedule at Timmons Arena against the Wofford Terriers (23-4, 15-0 SoCon). The game will air on ESPN 3 at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019.
Wofford Terriers at Furman Paladins ATS Odds
Both teams thoroughly outplayed their last opponent. The Paladins defeated the VMI Keydets 96-62, while the Terriers beat the UNCG Spartans 80-50.
Wofford played a flawless game. They had a turnover percentage of 10.7 (better than their season average of 13.6) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.576 (below their season average of 0.581). UNCG recorded marks of 23.5 and 0.400, respectively, for those same stats. Furman, on the other hand, dominated every facet of their game. They had an extraordinary free throw rate of 0.350 (above their season average of 0.179) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.625 (above their season average of 0.558). VMI recorded marks of 0.217 and 0.408, respectively, for those same stats. Furman was led by Matt Rafferty, who recorded 12 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists. Meanwhile, Fletcher Magee played a key role for Wofford with 26 points.
In their first matchup this season, Magee led the Terriers to a 59-54 win. He produced 22 points. Wofford’s 0.167 free throw rate was their largest advantage over Furman, who had a rate of 0.123.
This showdown pits one of the country’s top offenses against one of its elite defenses. Furman ranks 36th in offensive efficiency and Wofford ranks 43rd in defensive efficiency. Additionally, the Terriers rank 18th in turnover percentage (15.7 percent), while the Paladins rank 51st in opponents’ turnover percentage (21.6 percent).
Wofford Terriers at Furman Paladins Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Furman, ATS Winner – Wofford, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Wofford averages 26.6 three pointers per game, which ranks 35th in the country. Furman ranks 175th in three pointers allowed per game (22.9).
- The Paladins rank 43rd in blocks per game (4.3) while the Terriers rank 144th (2.9).
- Furman averages 16.2 assists per game, which ranks 21st in the country. Wofford ranks 57th in assists allowed per game (11.6).
- The Terriers rank 40th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while the Paladins rank 173rd (7.1).
- Wofford ranks first in rebounds allowed per game (28.2) while Furman ranks 112th (34.0).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Terriers have scored an average of 87.0 points per game (6.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 65.4 points per game (1.8 above their season average).
- The Paladins’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 20.8, up from 13.2 for the season.
