The UNCW Seahawks (5-5) will be at home in Raiford G. Trask Coliseum when they square off against the Charlotte 49ers (3-4). Action starts at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 7, 2019.
Charlotte 49ers vs. UNCW Seahawks Betting Odds
Both teams lost in their last contest. The Seahawks got blown out by the Stanford Cardinal, 72-54, while the 49ers were beaten by the UNC Asheville Bulldogs, 83-75.
Charlotte had a free throw rate of 0.288 (above their season average of 0.263) while UNCW held Stanford to an offensive rebounding percentage of 20.7 (below the 26.6 mark opponents have averaged against UNCW this season). Jaylen Sims had a good outing for UNCW, recording 12 points and five rebounds. Jordan Shepherd, meanwhile was a key piece for Charlotte with 20 points.
Contrasting tempos will be on display in this contest. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, UNCW has preferred an up-tempo style of play (53rd in possessions per game), while Charlotte has been more methodical (308th in possessions per game). Moreover, the 49ers, who rank 47th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.269), will clash against the Seahawks, who rank third in opponents’ FTA rate (0.211).
Charlotte vs. UNCW Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – UNCW, ATS Winner – UNCW, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- UNCW ranks 73rd in rebounds per game (37.2) while Charlotte ranks 301st (31.9).
- The 49ers rank 110th in blocks per game (3.6) while the Seahawks rank 232nd (2.1).
- UNCW ranks 193rd in three pointers attempted per game (22.3) while Charlotte ranks 213th in three pointers allowed per game (23.2).
- The Seahawks rank 94th in assists per game (14.8) while the 49ers rank 288th (10.5).
- UNCW ranks 73rd in steals allowed per game (6.2) while Charlotte ranks 226th (7.2).