The Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs (13-9, 4-4 BigSou) welcome the UNC Asheville Bulldogs (3-19, 1-7 BigSou) to Paul Porter Arena. The Runnin’ Bulldogs look to continue their nine-game home winning streak, while the Bulldogs try to put an end to their 13-game road losing streak. Action gets underway at 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 2, 2019.
UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs. Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs ATS Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Runnin’ Bulldogs won a close one over the High Point Panthers 69-67, while the Bulldogs were victorious over the USC Upstate Spartans 71-62.
UNC Asheville played a nearly flawless game. They had a ridiculous offensive rebounding percentage of 44.4 (above their season average of 29.1) and a free throw rate of 0.457 (above their season average of 0.197). For those same stats, USC Upstate put up marks of 26.3 and 0.288, respectively. Meanwhile, Gardner-Webb’s turnover percentage was their largest strength over High Point. The Runnin’ Bulldogs had a rate of 17.3 (worse than their season average of 15.1), while the Panthers posted a mark of 21.5 (above their season average of 16.2). David Efianayi played a pivotal role for Gardner-Webb with 19 points, seven assists and five rebounds. Meanwhile, UNC Asheville rallied around Donovan Gilmore, who put up 17 points and 11 rebounds.
This series was highly contested last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. The Runnin’ Bulldogs won the last contest 72-61. Gardner-Webb won the rebounding battle. The Runnin’ Bulldogs had 18 offensive rebounds and 51 total rebounds, while the Bulldogs had five and 30, respectively. This is the first time these teams will battle this year.
Gardner-Webb could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their high-octane offense faces off against one of the nation’s worst defenses. The Runnin’ Bulldogs currently rank 57th in offensive efficiency, while UNC Asheville ranks 348th in defensive efficiency.
UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs. Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs ATS Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Gardner-Webb, ATS Winner – Gardner-Webb, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Gardner-Webb averages 14.8 assists per game, which ranks 69th in the nation. UNC Asheville ranks 253rd in assists allowed per game (16.8).
- The Bulldogs average 22.3 three pointers per game, which ranks 156th in the NCAA. The Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 255th in three pointers allowed per game (26.7).
- Gardner-Webb ranks 110th in blocks per game (3.2) while UNC Asheville ranks 127th in blocks allowed per game (3.7).
- The Runnin’ Bulldogs average 7.9 steals per game, which ranks 35th in the nation. The Bulldogs rank 181st in steals allowed per game (7.6).
- Gardner-Webb ranks 178th in rebounds per game (35.0) while UNC Asheville ranks 284th (30.5).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 58.6 points per game (0.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 66.8 points per game (7.2 below their season average).
- The Runnin’ Bulldogs have been outscored by an average of 5.0 points in their last five games. On the season, Gardner-Webb has defeated opponents by an average of 9.4 points.
