Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs at USC Upstate Spartans ATS Prediction 02/08/20

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The Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs (8-14, 4-6 BigSou) will be at the G.B. Hodge Center to square off with the USC Upstate Spartans (10-14, 5-6 BigSou) in a BigSou matchup. The game is scheduled to start at 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.

Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs vs. USC Upstate Spartans ATS Odds

Both teams fell in their last matchup. The Spartans fell to the UNC Asheville Bulldogs, 84-71, while the Runnin’ Bulldogs were defeated by the Presbyterian Blue Hose, 65-61.

Gardner-Webb forced Presbyterian into a turnover percentage of 23.6 (above their season average of 19.4) while USC Upstate had a free throw rate of 0.377 (above their season average of 0.228). USC Upstate was lifted by Tommy Bruner, who contributed 22 points. Kareem Reid led the way for Gardner-Webb, contributing 11 points and seven rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, Jose Perez led the Runnin’ Bulldogs to an 83-67 victory. He scored a game-high 19 points. One of Gardner-Webb’s largest strengths was getting to the charity stripe. They had 29 free throw attempts, while USC Upstate had 16.

Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs vs. USC Upstate Spartans Betting Pick

Basketball Tip: SU Winner – USC Upstate, ATS Winner – USC Upstate, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • USC Upstate ranks 131st in three pointers allowed per game (21.6) while Gardner-Webb ranks 270th (26.1).
  • The Runnin’ Bulldogs average 13.8 assists per game, which ranks 96th in the nation. The Spartans rank 106th in assists allowed per game (12.1).
  • The Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 47th in blocks per game (4.3) while the Spartans rank 174th (2.4).
  • Gardner-Webb ranks 178th in rebounds per game (35.1) while USC Upstate ranks 257th (32.8).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Runnin’ Bulldogs have outscored opponents by an average of 0.2 points in their last five games. For the season, Gardner-Webb has lost by an average of 2.2 points.
  • During their last five games, the Spartans have scored an average of 74.4 points per game (4.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 74.8 points per game (0.8 above their season average).