The Furman Paladins (2-0) and their phenomenal offense travel to Charleston Southern to take on the Buccaneers (1-1) and their tremendous defense. Action gets underway at 7:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 12, 2019.
Furman Paladins at Charleston Southern Buccaneers ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Buccaneers fell to the North Carolina A&T Aggies, 63-49, while the Paladins dismantled the Loyola Chicago Ramblers, 87-63.
Furman dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had a superb free throw rate of 0.304 and a turnover percentage of 11.9. Loyola Chicago recorded marks of 0.018 and 28.1, respectively, for those same stats. Charleston Southern, on the other hand, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (37.7 vs. 26.3). Charleston Southern rallied around Phlandrous Fleming Jr., who finished with 11 points and 11 rebounds. Jordan Lyons, meanwhile played a pivotal role for Furman with 24 points and five assists.
Points could be at a premium as a pair of the country’s top defenses battle. Dating back to last season, Charleston Southern ranks 45th in defensive efficiency (96.8) and Furman is 34th (95.8).
Furman Paladins at Charleston Southern Buccaneers Free Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Furman, ATS Winner – Charleston Southern, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Furman averages 28.0 three pointers per game, which ranks 18th in the NCAA. Charleston Southern ranks 222nd in three pointers allowed per game (23.8).
- The Paladins rank 134th in rebounds allowed per game (34.4) while the Buccaneers rank 240th (36.2).
- Furman averages 4.1 blocks per game, which is ranked 71st in the nation. Charleston Southern ranks 104th in blocks allowed per game (3.1).
- The Paladins rank 13th in steals per game (8.8) while the Buccaneers rank 216th in steals allowed per game (6.8).
- Furman ranks 24th in assists per game (15.8) while Charleston Southern ranks 183rd in assists allowed per game (13.4).
