The Charleston Cougars (3-1) and their great offense head to UCF to take on the Knights (2-1) and their stifling defense. Action begins at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 23, 2019.
Charleston Cougars vs. UCF Knights ATS Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Knights edged the Illinois State Redbirds 67-65, while the Cougars beat the Marshall Thundering Herd 76-66.
The Cougars forced 18 turnovers and held the Thundering Herd to an effective field goal percentage of 0.418 (below the 0.497 mark opponents have averaged against Charleston this season). Meanwhile, UCF’s free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Illinois State. The Knights had a rate of 0.224, while the Redbirds posted a mark of 0.049. Brandon Mahan led the way for UCF, finishing with 17 points and 10 rebounds. Meanwhile, Grant Riller fueled Charleston with 22 points.
Half-court execution will be at a premium when a pair of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams face off. UCF ranks 303rd in possessions per game (66.5) and Charleston is 308th (66.4) since last season. Moreover, the Cougars rank 41st in offensive efficiency (111.6), while the Knights rank 47th in defensive efficiency (96.7).
Charleston at UCF ATS Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Ucf, ATS Winner – Charleston, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- UCF ranks 31st in blocks per game (4.6) while Charleston ranks 250th (2.3).
- The Cougars rank 43rd in steals allowed per game (5.4) while the Knights rank 90th (5.8).
- Charleston ranks 238th in three pointers attempted per game (20.3) while UCF ranks 263rd (19.6).
- The Knights rank 105th in rebounds per game (36.9) while the Cougars rank 293rd (32.3).
- UCF ranks 156th in assists per game (13.4) while Charleston ranks 265th (11.4).
