Northeastern Huskies at Charleston Cougars ATS Prediction 01/16/20

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Don’t expect a fast-paced game when the Northeastern Huskies (9-8, 3-2 CAA) head to Charleston to take on the Cougars (11-7, 5-1 CAA). Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 16, 2020.

Northeastern Huskies vs. Charleston Cougars ATS Odds

Both teams were beaten in their last contest. The Cougars were beaten by the William & Mary Tribe, 67-56, while the Huskies lost a winnable game to the Hofstra Pride, 74-72.

Northeastern held Hofstra to an offensive rebounding percentage of 22.2 (below their season average of 30.1) while Charleston did a great job of making free throws (13-17; 76.5 percent). Jaylen McManus played a key role for Charleston with 12 points and six rebounds. Meanwhile, Northeastern received a boost from Bolden Brace, who recorded 18 points and 10 rebounds.

The Huskies edged out the Cougars in this series last year, emerging victorious in two out of three games. In the last matchup, Northeastern won 70-67. Northeastern had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (35.3 vs. 8.0). Charleston, on the other hand, had a better turnover percentage (11.1 vs. 15.0). This is the first time these teams will meet this year.

Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when a pair of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams square off. Charleston ranks 297th in possessions per game (67.1) and Northeastern is 327th (66.0).

Northeastern Huskies at Charleston Cougars Free Pick

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

Betting Notes:

  • Northeastern ranks 10th in rebounds allowed per game (29.8) while Charleston ranks 171st (36.2).
  • The Cougars allow the 33rd-fewest steals per game (5.3) while the Huskies rank 53rd (5.7).
  • The Huskies rank 110th in assists per game (13.7) while the Cougars rank 226th (10.6).
  • Northeastern ranks 16th in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while Charleston ranks 125th (3.8).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Huskies’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.4, up from 5.8 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Cougars have scored an average of 74.0 points per game (3.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 66.6 points per game (0.4 below their season average).