The UNC Asheville Bulldogs (6-4) will be at home in Kimmel Arena when they clash against the Chattanooga Mocs (7-5). Action starts at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 21, 2019.
Chattanooga Mocs at UNC Asheville Bulldogs Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Bulldogs edged the Stetson Hatters 78-76, while the Mocs beat the Troy Trojans 84-80.
Chattanooga played a nearly perfect game. They had a turnover percentage of 10.5 (better than their season average of 16.4) and a free throw rate of 0.313 (above their season average of 0.161). For those same stats, Troy recorded marks of 18.4 and 0.237, respectively. Meanwhile, UNC Asheville’s turnover percentage was their largest advantage over Stetson. The Bulldogs had a rate of 10.1 (better than their season average of 14.7), while the Hatters posted a mark of 27.9 (above their season average of 19.4). UNC Asheville’s Tajion Jones had a good outing, putting up 21 points. Matt Ryan played a pivotal role for Chattanooga with 23 points and seven rebounds.
UNC Asheville figures to have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. The Bulldogs currently rank 34th in offensive efficiency, while Chattanooga ranks 197th in defensive efficiency.
Chattanooga vs. UNC Asheville ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – UNC Asheville, ATS Winner – UNC Asheville, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- UNC Asheville ranks 16th in steals per game (9.7) while Chattanooga ranks 174th (5.2).
- The Bulldogs rank 15th in three pointers attempted per game (28.6) while the Mocs rank 73rd (24.8).
- Chattanooga ranks 97th in assists per game (13.8) while UNC Asheville ranks 128th in assists allowed per game (13.1).
Bettings Trends:
- The Bulldogs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 4.6, down from 7.0 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Mocs have scored an average of 76.2 points per game (5.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 68.2 points per game (0.1 below their season average).
