Clemson Tigers vs. Georgia Bulldogs Betting Prediction

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The 16th-ranked Clemson Tigers (4-0) meet the Georgia Bulldogs (3-1) in the Cayman Islands Classic at John Gray Gymnasium. Action starts at 2:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 20, 2018.

Clemson Tigers vs. Georgia Bulldogs ATS Odds

Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Bulldogs defeated the Illinois State Redbirds 80-68, while the Tigers won a close one over the Akron Zips 72-69.

Clemson played a nearly flawless game. They had a superb offensive rebounding percentage of 31.3 (above their season average of 22.9) and a free throw rate of 0.353 (above their season average of 0.306). Akron recorded marks of 18.2 and 0.226, respectively, for those same stats. Georgia, on the other hand, played a nearly perfect game. They had a free throw rate of 0.345 (matching their season average) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 44.1 (above their season average of 32.7). Illinois State was 0.172 and 37.8, respectively, for those same stats. Georgia received a boost from Nicolas Claxton, who had 22 points and 11 rebounds. Meanwhile, Shelton Mitchell played well for Clemson, finishing with 22 points and five rebounds.

Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when a pair of the nation’s slowest-paced teams go head-to-head. Georgia ranks 319th in possessions per game (66.6) and Clemson is 287th (67.5) since last season. Moreover, the Tigers rank 31st in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.471), while the Bulldogs rank 303rd in effective field goal percentage (0.484).

Clemson Tigers vs. Georgia Bulldogs ATS Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Georgia, O/U – Under

Betting Notes (2017-Present):

  • Georgia ranks 12th in rebounds per game (40.1) while Clemson ranks 154th (35.9).
  • The Tigers rank 188th in steals per game (5.8) while the Bulldogs rank 286th (4.1).
  • Georgia is 18th in the NCAA with 10.7 assists allowed per game while Clemson is 34th with 11.2 assists allowed per game.
  • The Tigers rank 144th in three pointers attempted per game (22.4) while the Bulldogs rank 276th (19.0).
  • Georgia averages 4.9 blocks per game, which ranks 22nd in the nation. Clemson ranks 135th in blocks allowed per game (3.3).