VCU Rams vs. Charleston Cougars ATS Prediction 12/18/19

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The Charleston Cougars (5-5) will be at home in TD Arena when they clash with the VCU Rams (8-2). The game gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, December 18, 2019.

VCU Rams at Charleston Cougars Betting Odds

In their last matchup, the Cougars fell to the Richmond Spiders, 78-71, while the Rams were victorious over the Missouri State Bears, 61-51.

The Rams had a much better free throw rate (0.250 vs. 0.080) and had a turnover percentage of 11.0 (better than their season average of 17.5). Charleston, on the other hand, did a fantastic job of converting from the free throw line (11-14; 78.6 percent). Brevin Galloway put together a solid game for Charleston with 22 points, five rebounds and five steals. Meanwhile, De’Riante Jenkins led the way for VCU, finishing with 10 points and six rebounds.

The Cougars won the lone game between these two teams last season, 83-79. Getting to the charity stripe was one of Charleston’s largest strengths. They made 33 trips to the line, while VCU went 30 times. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

Charleston might struggle to put up points as they face off against one of the nation’s best defenses. VCU currently ranks 23rd in defensive efficiency while the Cougars rank 218th in offensive efficiency.

VCU Rams at Charleston Cougars ATS Pick

Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – VCU, ATS Winner – VCU, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • VCU ranks 10th in blocks per game (5.9) while Charleston ranks 156th (2.3).
  • The Cougars rank 174th in rebounds per game (34.6) while the Rams rank 232nd (32.2).
  • VCU ranks 24th in three pointers allowed per game (18.4) while Charleston ranks 71st (20.4).
  • The Rams rank 14th in assists allowed per game (9.1) while the Cougars rank 148th (13.2).
  • VCU ranks second in steals per game (10.7) while Charleston ranks 115th (6.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Rams’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 6.4, down from 10.9 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Cougars have scored an average of 64.4 points per game (3.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 65.0 points per game (2.1 below their season average).