A six-game home winning streak is on the line for the Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens (11-3, 1-0 CAA) when they clash against the Charleston Cougars (7-6, 1-0 CAA) at Bob Carpenter Center Acierno Arena. Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, December 30, 2019.
Charleston Cougars vs. Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Fightin’ Blue Hens defeated the UNCW Seahawks 82-68, while the Cougars beat the Drexel Dragons 76-65.
Charleston’s effective field goal percentage was their largest strength over Drexel. The Cougars had a rate of 0.639 (above their season average of 0.496), while the Dragons posted a mark of 0.466. Delaware, meanwhile, dominated nearly every facet of their game. They had a fantastic effective field goal percentage of 0.642 (above their season average of 0.557) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 27.3 (above their season average of 21.6). For those same stats, UNCW was 0.529 and 24.1, respectively. Justyn Mutts played well for Delaware with 17 points and nine rebounds. Grant Riller led the way for Charleston, putting up 22 points and seven rebounds.
The Cougars dominated this series last year, emerging victorious in both games. In the most recent game, Charleston won 83-75. The Cougars’ offensive rebounding percentage was their largest strength over the Fightin’ Blue Hens. Charleston had a rate of 34.5, while Delaware posted a mark of 20.0. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
The high-powered offense of Delaware (68th in the country with an offensive efficiency of 109.3) will battle against the mid-tier defense of Charleston (217th in the nation with a defensive efficiency of 99.9). The Fightin’ Blue Hens should have the edge on that end of the court.
Charleston Cougars at Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens ATS Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Charleston, ATS Winner – Charleston, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Delaware ranks 36th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while Charleston ranks 134th (4.2).
- The Fightin’ Blue Hens average 13.6 assists per game, which ranks 109th in the country. The Cougars rank 135th in assists allowed per game (13.2).
- Delaware averages 34.6 rebounds per game, which ranks 182nd in the NCAA. Charleston ranks 190th in rebounds allowed per game (36.6).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Cougars have scored an average of 73.4 points per game (4.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 66.0 points per game (1.2 below their season average).
- The Fightin’ Blue Hens have been outscored by an average of 0.6 points in their last five games. On the season, Delaware has defeated opponents by an average of 8.9 points.
