It figures to be a high-scoring affair as the Northeastern Huskies (16-9, 10-3 CAA) visit Charleston to play the Cougars (20-7, 9-5 CAA). Action starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 16, 2019.
Northeastern Huskies vs. Charleston Cougars Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Cougars lost to the Hofstra Pride, 99-95, while the Huskies beat the UNCW Seahawks, 81-77.
Northeastern played a nearly perfect game. They had a free throw rate of 0.207 (below their season average of 0.274) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 32.3 (above their season average of 22.2). UNCW was 0.164 and 29.0, respectively, for those same stats. Charleston, on the other hand, held Hofstra to an offensive rebounding percentage of 17.2 (below their season average of 27.6). Charleston was lifted by Grant Riller, who recorded 43 points and six assists. Anthony Green led the way for Northeastern, putting up 12 points and 11 rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Bolden Brace led the Huskies to a 69-60 win. He recorded a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds. The Huskies’ offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest advantage over the Cougars. Northeastern had a rate of 15.4, while Charleston posted a mark of 10.0.
The prolific offense of Charleston will face off against the bottom-tier defense of Northeastern. The Cougars currently rank 48th in offensive efficiency, while the Huskies are 253rd in defensive efficiency. The Cougars figure to have the advantage on that end of the court.
Northeastern Huskies at Charleston Cougars Odds Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Charleston, ATS Winner – Charleston, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Northeastern ranks 79th in three pointers attempted per game (24.7) while Charleston ranks 226th (20.4).
- The Huskies are 12th in the country with 2.2 blocks allowed per game while the Cougars are 46th with 2.7 blocks allowed per game.
- Charleston is 23rd in the NCAA with 31.4 rebounds allowed per game while Northeastern is 42nd with 32.0 rebounds allowed per game.
- The Huskies rank 102nd in assists per game (14.1) while the Cougars rank 232nd (11.3).
- Charleston ranks 19th in steals allowed per game (5.0) while Northeastern ranks 69th (5.8).
Bettings Trends:
- The Cougars’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 4.8, down from 5.7 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Huskies have scored an average of 75.6 points per game (0.2 above their season average) and allowed an average of 65.2 points per game (6.1 below their season average).
