Winthrop Eagles vs. Furman Paladins ATS Prediction 12/14/19

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A six-game home winning streak is on the line for the Furman Paladins (9-3) when they clash against the Winthrop Eagles (4-6) at Timmons Arena. The game starts at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 14, 2019.

Winthrop Eagles vs. Furman Paladins ATS Odds

In their last game, the Paladins easily got past the North Greenville Crusaders, 90-65, while the Eagles were beaten by the TCU Horned Frogs, 70-60.

The Paladins had a much better turnover percentage (9.8 vs. 15.6) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.610 vs. 0.422). Winthrop, meanwhile, had a better offensive rebounding percentage (36.7 vs. 32.4). Furman’s Mike Bothwell led the way, contributing 25 points. Josh Ferguson, meanwhile played a pivotal role for Winthrop with 14 points and eight rebounds.

Furman appears to have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. The Paladins currently rank 20th in effective field goal percentage (0.570), while Winthrop ranks 189th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.490). Additionally, the Eagles, who rank 345th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.144), could struggle to get to the line against the Paladins, who rank 31st in opponents’ FTA rate (0.169).

Winthrop at Furman Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Furman, ATS Winner – Winthrop, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Furman averages 9.2 steals per game, which ranks 25th in the NCAA. Winthrop ranks 186th in steals allowed per game (7.7).
  • The Paladins average 15.4 assists per game, which ranks 35th in the nation. The Eagles rank 124th in assists allowed per game (12.6).
  • Furman ranks 75th in blocks per game (3.0) while Winthrop ranks 147th in blocks allowed per game (3.9).
  • The Eagles rank 20th in rebounds per game (40.4) while the Paladins rank 170th (32.7).
  • Furman averages 28.5 three pointers per game, which ranks 15th in the NCAA. Winthrop ranks 144th in three pointers allowed per game (22.4).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 80.6 points per game (4.0 above their season average) and allowed an average of 77.8 points per game (7.6 above their season average).
  • The Paladins’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 5.0, down from 16.3 for the season.