Charleston Cougars at Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens Betting Prediction 02/07/19

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Don’t expect a fast-paced game when the Charleston Cougars (18-6, 7-4 CAA) visit Delaware to take on the Fightin’ Blue Hens (14-10, 6-5 CAA). Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 7, 2019.

Charleston Cougars vs. Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens Betting Odds

In their last matchup, the Fightin’ Blue Hens were blown out by the William & Mary Tribe, 84-63, while the Cougars barely escaped the Towson Tigers, 54-53.

The Cougars had a better turnover percentage (15.4 vs. 17.7) and held the Tigers to an offensive rebounding percentage of 25.9 (below their season average of 36.7). Delaware, on the other hand, forced William & Mary into a turnover percentage of 19.9 (above their season average of 16.0). Delaware was lifted by Ithiel Horton, who put up 14 points. Zep Jasper, meanwhile played a key role for Charleston with 12 points.

In their first matchup this year, Jarrell Brantley led the Cougars to a 71-58 victory. He recorded a double-double with 18 points and 12 rebounds. Charleston’s effective field goal percentage was its biggest advantage over Delaware. The Cougars had a rate of 0.578 while the Fightin’ Blue Hens posted a mark of 0.406.

Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when two of the nation’s slowest-paced teams square off. Delaware currently ranks 317th in possessions per game (66.5) and Charleston is 341st (65.1). The Cougars should be expected to protect the ball well. They rank 36th at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 16.4 percent). Conversely, the Fightin’ Blue Hens force the ninth-fewest turnovers in the NCAA (opponents’ turnover percentage of 15.2 percent).

Charleston Cougars vs. Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Charleston, ATS Winner – Charleston, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Charleston ranks 90th in steals per game (6.8) while Delaware ranks 225th (4.5).
  • The Fightin’ Blue Hens rank 160th in assists per game (12.9) while the Cougars rank 230th (11.1).
  • The Cougars rank 36th in rebounds allowed per game (31.8) while the Fightin’ Blue Hens rank 125th (34.6).
  • Delaware ranks 149th in three pointers attempted per game (22.4) while Charleston ranks 227th (20.1).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Fightin’ Blue Hens have scored an average of 66.8 points per game (4.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.8 points per game (1.0 below their season average).
  • The Cougars’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.6, up from 6.1 for the season.