Towson Tigers at Charleston Cougars ATS Prediction 01/02/20

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The Towson Tigers (6-8, 0-2 CAA) will be at TD Arena to clash against the Charleston Cougars (8-6, 2-0 CAA) in a CAA matchup. The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 2, 2020.

Towson Tigers at Charleston Cougars ATS Odds

In their last outing, the Cougars defeated the Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens, 75-63, while the Tigers lost to the Hofstra Pride, 75-67.

Charleston played a nearly flawless game. They had a turnover percentage of 10.4 (better than their season average of 16.4) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 24.3 (above their season average of 24.3). For those same stats, Delaware recorded marks of 17.1 and 17.1, respectively. Towson, on the other hand, held Hofstra to an offensive rebounding percentage of 18.9 (below their season average of 30.4). Grant Riller had a good outing for Charleston, finishing with 22 points and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Nicolas Timberlake played a pivotal role for Towson with 12 points and seven rebounds.

The Cougars dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the most recent matchup, Charleston won 54-53. The Cougars’ turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over the Tigers. Charleston had a rate of 15.4, while Towson posted a mark of 17.7. This is the first time these teams will battle this year.

Half-court execution will be at a premium when two of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams battle. Charleston ranks 290th in possessions per game (67.6) and Towson is 258th (68.5).

Towson vs. Charleston Free Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Charleston, ATS Winner – Charleston, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Towson ranks 119th in rebounds per game (36.4) while Charleston ranks 225th (33.4).
  • The Tigers rank 219th in assists per game (10.9) while the Cougars rank 230th (10.6).
  • The Tigers average 3.2 blocks per game, which ranks 100th in the NCAA. The Cougars rank 144th in blocks allowed per game (4.2).
  • Towson is ninth in the NCAA with 4.5 steals allowed per game while Charleston is 39th with 5.6 steals allowed per game.

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Tigers have scored an average of 65.8 points per game (2.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 71.0 points per game (9.6 above their season average).
  • The Cougars’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 4.6, up from 2.9 for the season.