UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs. Presbyterian Blue Hose ATS Prediction 03/05/19

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The UNC Asheville Bulldogs (4-26, 2-14 BigSou) clash against the Presbyterian Blue Hose (17-14, 9-7 BigSou) in the Big South Conference Tourney at Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center. Action gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 5, 2019, and can be seen on ESPN 3.

UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs. Presbyterian Blue Hose ATS Odds

Both teams fell in their last outing. The Blue Hose fell to the Charleston Southern Buccaneers, 72-65, while the Bulldogs were defeated by the High Point Panthers, 79-74.

UNC Asheville made 15 of their 31 three pointers (48.4 percent) while Presbyterian had a much better turnover percentage (9.7 vs. 15.3). Presbyterian rallied around Cory Hightower, who finished with 14 points and seven rebounds. Meanwhile, Devon Baker had a good game for UNC Asheville, putting up 13 points, eight assists and six rebounds.

Presbyterian could dominate on the offensive side of the ball as their productive offense faces off against one of the NCAA’s worst defenses. The Blue Hose rank 33rd in offensive efficiency, while UNC Asheville ranks 351st in defensive efficiency.

UNC Asheville Bulldogs at Presbyterian Blue Hose Free Pick

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

Betting Notes:

  • Presbyterian averages 15.5 assists per game, which ranks 40th in the NCAA. UNC Asheville ranks 278th in assists allowed per game (17.2).
  • The Blue Hose rank 195th in rebounds per game (34.5) while the Bulldogs rank 295th (30.2).
  • Presbyterian ranks 34th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while UNC Asheville ranks 120th (3.5).
  • The Blue Hose rank 15th in three pointers attempted per game (28.1) while the Bulldogs rank 194th in three pointers allowed per game (23.5).
  • Presbyterian ranks sixth in steals allowed per game (4.6) while UNC Asheville ranks 166th (6.9).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 57.8 points per game (2.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.0 points per game (4.6 below their season average).
  • The Blue Hose have been outscored by an average of 0.4 points in their last five games. For the season, Presbyterian has defeated opponents by an average of 5.6 points.