The Belmont Bruins (5-0) try to remain perfect when they take on the Samford Bulldogs (7-1) at Pete Hanna Center. The game gets underway at 7:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 29, 2018.
Belmont Bruins vs. Samford Bulldogs Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Bulldogs beat the South Carolina State Bulldogs 77-60, while the Bruins easily got past the Kennesaw State Owls 91-53.
Belmont played a nearly flawless game. They had a fantastic offensive rebounding percentage of 32.5 (above their season average of 27.3) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.572 (below their season average of 0.628). For those same stats, Kennesaw State was 16.7 and 0.328, respectively. Samford, on the other hand, had an effective field goal percentage of 0.615 (above their season average of 0.551). Kevion Nolan led the way for Samford, putting up 21 points. Belmont was led by Dylan Windler, who had 14 points, nine rebounds and five assists.
It might be a tough game for Samford on the offensive glass. Dating back to last season, the Bulldogs rank 287th in offensive rebounding percentage (25.8 percent), while Belmont ranks 29th in defensive rebounding percentage (75.5 percent). Furthermore, the Bruins’ 16th-ranked offense (offensive efficiency of 115.6) will face off against the Bulldogs’ 333rd-ranked defense (defensive efficiency of 111.4).
Belmont at Samford Odds Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Belmont, ATS Winner – Samford, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Belmont ranks third in three pointers attempted per game (29.8) while Samford ranks 324th in three pointers allowed per game (26.4).
- The Bruins rank 159th in rebounds per game (35.6) while the Bulldogs rank 315th (31.6).
- Belmont ranks 187th in blocks per game (3.0) while Samford ranks 236th (2.5).
- The Bruins average 16.8 assists per game, which ranks 16th in the nation. The Bulldogs rank 318th in assists allowed per game (17.5).
- Samford ranks 68th in steals per game (7.0) while Belmont ranks 250th (5.3).
