Presbyterian Blue Hose vs. UNC Asheville Bulldogs Betting Prediction 02/23/19

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The Presbyterian Blue Hose (16-12, 8-5 BigSou) will be at Kimmel Arena to go head-to-head against the UNC Asheville Bulldogs (4-23, 2-11 BigSou) in a BigSou matchup. Action begins at 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019.

Presbyterian Blue Hose at UNC Asheville Bulldogs ATS Odds

In their last outing, the Bulldogs were beaten by the Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs, 65-55, while the Blue Hose defeated the Campbell Fighting Camels, 76-71.

The Blue Hose held the Fighting Camels to an effective field goal percentage of 0.448 (below their season average of 0.542) and had a better turnover percentage (13.6 vs. 14.1). UNC Asheville, on the other hand, held Gardner-Webb to an effective field goal percentage of 0.500 (below their season average of 0.555). UNC Asheville was led by Devon Baker, who contributed 16 points. Meanwhile, Davon Bell was a key piece for Presbyterian with 20 points, nine assists and five rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, Francois Lewis led the Blue Hose to a 67-44 win. He produced 12 points and nine rebounds. Presbyterian had a much better turnover percentage (15.2 vs. 30.5). UNC Asheville, on the other hand, had a much better free throw rate (0.275 vs. 0.094).

Presbyterian could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their productive offense faces off against one of the country’s worst defenses. The Blue Hose currently rank 23rd in offensive efficiency while UNC Asheville ranks 349th in defensive efficiency.

Presbyterian Blue Hose vs. UNC Asheville Bulldogs Odds Pick

Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Presbyterian, ATS Winner – Presbyterian, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Presbyterian ranks 33rd in assists per game (15.8) while UNC Asheville ranks 266th in assists allowed per game (17.0).
  • The Blue Hose rank 34th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while the Bulldogs rank 128th (3.6).
  • Presbyterian ranks 216th in rebounds per game (34.1) while UNC Asheville ranks 286th (30.2).
  • The Blue Hose rank fifth in steals allowed per game (4.5) while the Bulldogs rank 168th (7.0).
  • Presbyterian ranks 19th in three pointers attempted per game (27.9) while UNC Asheville ranks 177th in three pointers allowed per game (23.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Blue Hose have scored an average of 83.0 points per game (4.0 above their season average) and allowed an average of 78.8 points per game (5.9 above their season average).
  • The Bulldogs’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 8.0, down from 13.3 for the season.