The Clemson Tigers (10-4, 0-1 ACC) and the 25th-ranked Syracuse Orange (10-4, 1-0 ACC) go head-to-head at Carrier Dome. The Tigers will attempt to continue their five-game winning streak. The game will air on ACC Network at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 9, 2019.
Clemson Tigers vs. Syracuse Orange ATS Odds
Both teams dismantled their last opponent. The Orange defeated the Eastern Washington Eagles 66-34, while the Tigers beat the Citadel Bulldogs 100-80.
Clemson played a flawless game. They had an offensive rebounding percentage of 21.4 and an effective field goal percentage of 0.648. Citadel put up marks of 8.3 and 0.534, respectively, for those same stats. Syracuse, meanwhile, played a perfect game. They had a free throw rate of 0.242 and a turnover percentage of 11.9. Eastern Washington was 0.034 and 23.3, respectively, for those same stats. Syracuse was lifted by Oshae Brissett, who had 20 points and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Marcquise Reed played well for Clemson, putting up 20 points and 13 rebounds.
The Orange won the lone game between these two teams last year, 55-52. The Orange’s turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Tigers. Syracuse had a rate of 10.2, while Clemson posted a mark of 18.7. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
Shelton Mitchell has been playing at a high level as of late for Clemson, averaging 0 points over the last five games.
This has potential to be an error-filled game for the offense of Clemson. Clemson ranks 284th in the nation in ball protection (turnover percentage of 20.9 percent), while the gambling defense of Syracuse forces the 23rd-most turnovers in the country (23.9 percent).
Clemson Tigers at Syracuse Orange ATS Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Syracuse, ATS Winner – Clemson, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Clemson ranks 15th in rebounds allowed per game (30.1) while Syracuse ranks 158th (36.0).
- The Orange rank 29th in steals per game (8.4) while the Tigers rank 112th in steals allowed per game (6.6).
- Clemson ranks 22nd in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while Syracuse ranks 63rd (2.9).
- The Tigers rank 19th in assists allowed per game (10.2) while the Orange rank 158th (14.1).
- Clemson ranks 111th in three pointers allowed per game (21.9) while Syracuse ranks 244th (27.1).
Bettings Trends:
- The Orange’s average margin of victory in their last five games has been 9.0, down from 10.2 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Tigers have scored an average of 76.2 points per game (1.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 61.6 points per game (5.8 below their season average).
