The Charlotte 49ers (2-2) will travel to GSU Sports Arena to take on the Georgia State Panthers (3-3). Action begins at 2 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 27, 2019.
Charlotte 49ers vs. Georgia State Panthers Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Panthers were victorious over the California Baptist Lancers, 69-60, while the 49ers were beaten by the Appalachian State Mountaineers, 64-55.
Georgia State’s turnover percentage was their largest advantage over California Baptist. The Panthers had a rate of 8.2 (better than their season average of 18.1), while the Lancers posted a mark of 23.6 (above their season average of 16.5). Charlotte, on the other hand, did a great job of converting from the charity stripe (15-18; 83.3 percent). Justin Roberts played a key role for Georgia State with 14 points, six rebounds and five steals. Charlotte rallied around Jordan Shepherd, who recorded 19 points and six assists.
The prolific offense of Georgia State will square off against the mid-tier defense of Charlotte. Dating back to last season, the Panthers rank 83rd in offensive efficiency, while the 49ers are 222nd in defensive efficiency. The Panthers figure to have the advantage on that end of the court. Ball protection could be troublesome for the 49ers. They rank 326th at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 21.8 percent), while the Panthers have forced the 47th-most turnovers in the country (opponents’ turnover percentage of 21.5 percent).
Charlotte 49ers at Georgia State Panthers Free Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Georgia State, ATS Winner – Georgia State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Georgia State ranks 26th in steals per game (8.1) while Charlotte ranks 273rd (5.0).
- The 49ers rank 108th in assists allowed per game (12.4) while the Panthers rank 256th (14.6).
- Georgia State ranks 102nd in three pointers attempted per game (23.9) while Charlotte ranks 226th (21.0).
- The 49ers rank 80th in rebounds allowed per game (33.3) while the Panthers rank 305th (39.3).
- Georgia State ranks 28th in blocks per game (4.6) while Charlotte ranks 207th in blocks allowed per game (3.7).
