The Stetson Hatters (5-9) will travel to Colonial Life Arena to take on the South Carolina Gamecocks (8-4). The game starts at 3 p.m. ET on Monday, December 30, 2019, and will air on SEC Network.
Stetson Hatters vs. South Carolina Gamecocks ATS Odds
In their last game, the Gamecocks defeated the ninth-ranked Virginia Cavaliers, 70-59, while the Hatters lost to the FIU Panthers, 83-67.
The Gamecocks forced 19 turnovers and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.612 (above their season average of 0.476). Stetson, on the other hand, had a turnover percentage of 9.8 (better than their season average of 20.0). South Carolina’s Jair Bolden had a good game, contributing 22 points. Stetson, meanwhile, rallied around Mahamadou Diawara, who contributed 15 points and 15 rebounds.
When looking at effective field goal percentage, South Carolina should have a significant edge. The Gamecocks defense ranks 48th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.447), while the Stetson offense is ranked 212th in effective field goal percentage (0.493).
Stetson vs. South Carolina ATS Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – South Carolina, ATS Winner – South Carolina, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- South Carolina ranks 130th in three pointers allowed per game (22.2) while Stetson ranks 255th (29.1).
- The Gamecocks rank 58th in steals per game (8.1) while the Hatters rank 83rd in steals allowed per game (6.1).
- The Gamecocks rank 38th in blocks per game (4.5) while the Hatters rank 149th (2.6).
- South Carolina ranks 99th in assists per game (13.8) while Stetson ranks 194th in assists allowed per game (14.8).
Bettings Trends:
- The Hatters’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 8.8, up from 4.1 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Gamecocks have scored an average of 70.2 points per game (0.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 66.8 points per game (1.9 above their season average).
