Davidson Wildcats vs. Vanderbilt Commodores ATS Prediction 12/30/19

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The Vanderbilt Commodores (7-4) will be at home in Memorial Gym when they meet the Davidson Wildcats (6-5). The game can be seen on SEC Network at 8 p.m. ET on Monday, December 30, 2019.

Davidson Wildcats vs. Vanderbilt Commodores ATS Odds

Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Commodores were victorious over the UNCW Seahawks 88-73, while the Wildcats barely escaped the Loyola Chicago Ramblers 59-56.

The Wildcats had a better turnover percentage (18.2 vs. 20.3) and held the Ramblers to an effective field goal percentage of 0.512 (below their season average of 0.575). Meanwhile, Vanderbilt dominated nearly every stat category in their game. They had a phenomenal free throw rate of 0.411 (above their season average of 0.241) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 34.4 (above their season average of 28.7). For those same stats, UNCW was 0.216 and 22.2, respectively. Vanderbilt’s Aaron Nesmith led the way, contributing 34 points and six rebounds. Davidson, meanwhile, was lifted by Hyunjung Lee, who contributed 19 points.

Vanderbilt appears to have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. The Commodores rank 38th in offensive efficiency, while the Wildcats rank 173rd in defensive efficiency.

Davidson at Vanderbilt Betting Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Davidson, ATS Winner – Davidson, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Vanderbilt ranks 31st in blocks per game (4.8) while Davidson ranks 185th (1.9).
  • The Wildcats rank 32nd in assists allowed per game (10.3) while the Commodores rank 74th (11.6).
  • Vanderbilt is 31st in the nation with 18.5 three pointers allowed per game while Davidson is 43rd with 19.1 three pointers allowed per game.
  • The Commodores rank 153rd in rebounds per game (35.4) while the Wildcats rank 252nd (30.4).
  • Davidson ranks 11th in steals allowed per game (4.5) while Vanderbilt ranks 74th (6.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Wildcats’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 8.8, up from 5.2 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Commodores have scored an average of 72.4 points per game (7.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 71.0 points per game (matching their season average).