Florida Atlantic Owls at Charlotte 49ers Betting Prediction 01/23/20

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A five-game home winning streak hangs in the balance for the Charlotte 49ers (10-7, 4-2 CUSA) when they challenge the Florida Atlantic Owls (12-7, 4-2 CUSA) at Dale F. Halton Arena. The game gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 23, 2020.

Florida Atlantic Owls vs. Charlotte 49ers ATS Odds

Both teams fell in their last outing. The 49ers were beaten by the Old Dominion Monarchs, 66-62, while the Owls lost a close one to the UAB Blazers, 68-65.

Florida Atlantic did a terrific job of converting from the charity stripe (17-21; 81.0 percent) while Charlotte made 11 of their 26 three pointers (42.3 percent). Drew Edwards fueled Charlotte with 18 points. Meanwhile, Richardson Maitre had a good game for Florida Atlantic, putting up 16 points.

The 49ers won the lone contest between these two teams last year, 65-60. Charlotte’s effective field goal percentage was its largest strength over Florida Atlantic. The 49ers had a rate of 0.610 while the Owls posted a mark of 0.429. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.

It might be a tough matchup for Charlotte on the offensive glass. The 49ers currently rank 331st in offensive rebounding percentage (21.6 percent), while Florida Atlantic ranks 42nd in defensive rebounding percentage (75.7 percent).

Florida Atlantic Owls at Charlotte 49ers Pick

Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Charlotte, ATS Winner – Florida Atlantic, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Florida Atlantic ranks 63rd in three pointers attempted per game (25.2) while Charlotte ranks 260th (17.5).
  • The Owls average 7.5 steals per game, which ranks 72nd in the nation. The 49ers rank 182nd in steals allowed per game (7.8).
  • The Owls rank 102nd in rebounds per game (37.2) while the 49ers rank 251st (32.8).
  • Florida Atlantic ranks second in blocks allowed per game (1.8) while Charlotte ranks 117th (3.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Owls have scored an average of 72.0 points per game (0.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 75.0 points per game (6.5 above their season average).
  • The 49ers have been outscored by an average of 1.4 points in their last five games. For the season, Charlotte has defeated opponents by an average of 4.3 points.