The Charlotte 49ers (5-17, 2-9 CUSA) head to Murphy Athletic Center to take on the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders (7-16, 4-6 CUSA). The 49ers look to put an end to their five-game losing streak. The game is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 7, 2019.
Charlotte 49ers at Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Blue Raiders barely escaped the UAB Blazers, 79-78, while the 49ers lost to the North Texas Mean Green, 73-66.
Middle Tennessee dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had a phenomenal offensive rebounding percentage of 35.7 (above their season average of 30.6) and a free throw rate of 0.278 (above their season average of 0.218). For those same stats, UAB was 20.0 and 0.236, respectively. Charlotte, on the other hand, made eight of their 20 three pointers (40.0 percent). Middle Tennessee’s Donovan Sims played well, finishing with 23 points, seven rebounds and six assists. Charlotte received a boost from Jon Davis, who put up 25 points and six assists.
The Blue Raiders won the sole game between these two teams last year, 78-73. Middle Tennessee’s rebounding was their largest advantage. The Blue Raiders had more offensive rebounds (13 vs. three), defensive rebounds (24 vs. 18) and total rebounds (37 vs. 21). This is the first time these teams will go head-to-head this year.
This game should be a battle of contrasting paces. Middle Tennessee has preferred an up-and-down style of play (92nd in possessions per game), while Charlotte has been more methodical (337th in possessions per game).
Charlotte at Middle Tennessee Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Middle Tennessee, ATS Winner – Middle Tennessee, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Middle Tennessee ranks 67th in rebounds per game (37.8) while Charlotte ranks 282nd (30.8).
- The 49ers average 3.6 blocks per game, which ranks 83rd in the NCAA. The Blue Raiders rank 93rd in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
- The 49ers rank 229th in three pointers attempted per game (20.0) while the Blue Raiders rank 261st (18.8).
- Middle Tennessee ranks 242nd in assists per game (10.7) while Charlotte ranks 253rd (9.5).
Bettings Trends:
- The Blue Raiders’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 3.6, down from 8.4 for the season.
- During their last five games, the 49ers have scored an average of 58.6 points per game (1.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 71.8 points per game (6.9 above their season average).
