The Old Dominion Monarchs (20-6, 10-3 CUSA) welcome the Charlotte 49ers (6-18, 3-10 CUSA) to Constant Convocation Center as the regular season comes to a conclusion. Action gets underway at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 16, 2019.
Charlotte 49ers vs. Old Dominion Monarchs Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Monarchs defeated the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 55-50, while the 49ers beat the UAB Blazers 69-62.
The 49ers had a turnover percentage of 12.0 (better than their season average of 21.0) and held the Blazers to an effective field goal percentage of 0.433 (below their season average of 0.512). Meanwhile, Old Dominion’s free throw rate was their largest strength over Middle Tennessee. The Monarchs had a rate of 0.189 (below their season average of 0.192), while the Blue Raiders posted a mark of 0.100 (below their season average of 0.215). B.J. Stith had a solid outing for Old Dominion with 20 points and nine rebounds. Jon Davis had a good outing for Charlotte, putting up 29 points and six rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Stith led the Monarchs to a 76-70 win. He produced 22 points and seven rebounds. The Monarchs’ turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the 49ers. Old Dominion had a rate of 12.8, while Charlotte posted a mark of 19.9.
Half-court execution will be at a premium when two of the country’s slowest-paced teams clash. Old Dominion currently ranks 332nd in possessions per game (65.2) and Charlotte is 336th (65.1). Additionally, the 343rd-ranked offense of the 49ers (offensive efficiency of 91.7) will face a difficult test against the 14th-ranked defense of the Monarchs (defensive efficiency of 93.5).
Charlotte 49ers vs. Old Dominion Monarchs Free Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Old Dominion, ATS Winner – Charlotte, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Old Dominion ranks 21st in rebounds per game (39.7) while Charlotte ranks 270th (30.9).
- The Monarchs rank 165th in assists per game (13.0) while the 49ers rank 261st (9.9).
- Old Dominion ranks 155th in three pointers attempted per game (22.3) while Charlotte ranks 199th in three pointers allowed per game (23.4).
- The Monarchs rank fourth in steals allowed per game (4.3) while the 49ers rank 147th (6.8).
- Old Dominion ranks 20th in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while Charlotte ranks 150th (3.9).
Bettings Trends:
- The Monarchs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 6.0, down from 6.7 for the season.
- During their last five games, the 49ers have scored an average of 60.4 points per game (3.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 65.6 points per game (0.6 above their season average).
