The Western Carolina Catamounts (6-2) will be at home in the Ramsey Center when they challenge the UNC Asheville Bulldogs (4-2). Action starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 7, 2019.
UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs. Western Carolina Catamounts ATS Odds
Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Catamounts defeated the Chattanooga Mocs 87-77, while the Bulldogs beat the Charlotte 49ers 83-75.
The Bulldogs forced 22 turnovers and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 45.5 (above their season average of 33.2). The Catamounts, on the other hand, made 21 of their 28 free throws (75.0 percent) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 40.0 (above their season average of 31.7). Mason Faulkner played well for Western Carolina, finishing with 31 points, six rebounds and six assists. Meanwhile, UNC Asheville was led by Tajion Jones, who contributed 21 points and six rebounds.
The Catamounts won the lone contest between these two teams last season, 71-59. The Catamounts’ offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over the Bulldogs. Western Carolina had a rate of 37.9, while UNC Asheville posted a mark of 25.7.
From an effective field goal percentage perspective, Western Carolina should have a significant advantage. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, the Catamounts offense ranks 52nd in that metric at 0.537, while the UNC Asheville defense ranks 346th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.558).
UNC Asheville at Western Carolina Odds Pick
Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Western Carolina, ATS Winner – Western Carolina, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- UNC Asheville ranks 90th in steals per game (7.1) while Western Carolina ranks 285th (4.4).
- The Catamounts average 25.7 three pointers per game, which ranks 52nd in the country. The Bulldogs rank 162nd in three pointers allowed per game (22.2).
- UNC Asheville ranks 197th in blocks per game (2.7) while Western Carolina ranks 263rd (1.7).
- The Catamounts rank 141st in rebounds per game (36.1) while the Bulldogs rank 311th (30.7).
- Western Carolina ranks 135th in assists allowed per game (12.6) while UNC Asheville ranks 296th (16.8).
