The UAB Blazers (14-10, 6-5 CUSA) wrap up their home schedule at Bartow Arena against the Charlotte 49ers (5-18, 2-10 CUSA). Action starts at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 9, 2019.
Charlotte 49ers at UAB Blazers Betting Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last matchup. The Blazers lost to the Old Dominion Monarchs, 70-59, while the 49ers lost big to the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders, 71-53.
Charlotte did a terrific job of converting from the free throw line (6-8; 75.0 percent) while UAB had a better free throw rate (0.153 vs. 0.172). UAB rallied around Makhtar Gueye, who recorded seven points and 12 rebounds. Meanwhile, Jailan Haslem had a good outing for Charlotte, putting up 10 points, seven rebounds and six assists.
The Blazers won the sole contest between these two teams last year, 76-64. The Blazers’ turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the 49ers. UAB had a rate of 14.9, while Charlotte posted a mark of 18.2. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Half-court execution will be critical when two of the country’s slowest-paced teams square off. UAB currently ranks 317th in possessions per game (66.3) and Charlotte is 338th (65.1).
Charlotte 49ers vs. UAB Blazers Betting Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Uab, ATS Winner – Charlotte, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- UAB ranks 90th in rebounds per game (37.0) while Charlotte ranks 276th (30.7).
- The Blazers rank 221st in three pointers attempted per game (20.1) while the 49ers rank 227th (20.0).
- The Blazers rank 34th in steals allowed per game (5.3) while the 49ers rank 160th (7.0).
- UAB ranks 219th in assists per game (11.8) while Charlotte ranks 262nd (9.7).
Bettings Trends:
- The 49ers’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 15.6, up from 8.3 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Blazers have scored an average of 68.6 points per game (2.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 71.0 points per game (3.5 above their season average).
