The South Carolina Gamecocks (6-4) will travel to Littlejohn Coliseum to clash against the Clemson Tigers (5-4). The game will air on ESPN2 at 5 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 15, 2019.
South Carolina Gamecocks vs. Clemson Tigers ATS Odds
Both teams got blown out in their last contest. The Tigers fell to the 17th-ranked Florida State Seminoles, 72-53, while the Gamecocks were defeated by the Houston Cougars, 76-56.
South Carolina forced Houston into a turnover percentage of 21.6 (above their season average of 13.2) while Clemson had an offensive rebounding percentage of 30.6 (above their season average of 24.5). Tevin Mack played a key role for Clemson with 14 points. South Carolina, meanwhile, received a boost from Maik Kotsar, who contributed 12 points.
The Tigers won the sole game between these two teams last year, 78-68. Clemson had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.652 vs. 0.397). South Carolina, meanwhile, had a much better turnover percentage (15.7 vs. 26.9).
The offense of South Carolina will square off against the top-notch defense of Clemson. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, the Gamecocks rank 201st in offensive efficiency, while the Tigers are 77th in defensive efficiency. The Tigers figure to have the edge on that side of the ball.
South Carolina Gamecocks at Clemson Tigers Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – South Carolina, ATS Winner – South Carolina, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- South Carolina ranks 42nd in blocks per game (4.5) while Clemson ranks 169th (4.0).
- The Gamecocks rank 109th in rebounds per game (36.6) while the Tigers rank 123rd in rebounds allowed per game (32.7).
- The Gamecocks rank 139th in three pointers allowed per game (22.3) while the Tigers rank 242nd (22.5).
- Clemson ranks 63rd in steals per game (6.8) while South Carolina ranks 108th in steals allowed per game (6.4).
