The Wofford Terriers (21-4, 13-0 SoCon) and the VMI Keydets (7-17, 1-11 SoCon) go head-to-head at Jerry Richardson Indoor Stadium. The Terriers have won their last 12 games, while the Keydets have lost five consecutive games. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 14, 2019.
VMI Keydets at Wofford Terriers Betting Odds
In their last game, the Terriers won big over the Western Carolina Catamounts, 83-56, while the Keydets lost to the Samford Bulldogs, 84-77.
Wofford played a flawless contest. They had a turnover percentage of 13.2 (better than their season average of 13.6) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 30.8 (below their season average of 34.5). Western Carolina was 23.3 and 18.2, respectively, for those same stats. VMI, on the other hand, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 29.6 (above their season average of 24.3). Wofford was led by Cameron Jackson, who put up 15 points, nine rebounds and five steals. Meanwhile, Garrett Gilkeson was a key piece for VMI with 13 points, 14 rebounds and seven assists.
In their first matchup this year, Jackson led the Terriers to a 90-76 win. He recorded a double-double with 23 points and 10 rebounds. Wofford had a much better turnover percentage (10.2 vs. 27.4). VMI, on the other hand, was lights out from beyond the arc (11-27; 40.7 percent).
Wofford could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their productive offense squares off against one of the NCAA’s worst defenses. The Terriers currently rank third in offensive efficiency, while VMI ranks 308th in defensive efficiency. Moreover, the Keydets rank 305th in offensive rebounding percentage (24.6 percent), while the Terriers rank seventh in defensive rebounding percentage (77.0 percent).
VMI Keydets vs. Wofford Terriers Odds Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – Wofford, ATS Winner – VMI, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Wofford ranks first in rebounds allowed per game (28.3) while VMI ranks 279th (39.1).
- The Terriers rank 29th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while the Keydets rank 131st (3.7).
- Wofford ranks 42nd in steals allowed per game (5.4) while VMI ranks 134th (6.6).
- The Terriers rank 47th in assists per game (15.4) while the Keydets rank 224th in assists allowed per game (15.3).
- Wofford averages 26.4 three pointers per game, which ranks 37th in the NCAA. VMI ranks 198th in three pointers allowed per game (23.6).
Bettings Trends:
- The Keydets’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 11.4, up from 5.1 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Terriers have scored an average of 83.2 points per game (3.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 65.8 points per game (2.5 above their season average).
