It figures to be a high-scoring affair as the Davidson Wildcats (9-3) travel to 14th-ranked North Carolina to play the Tar Heels (8-3). Action gets underway at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 29, 2018, and can be seen on ESPN2.
Davidson Wildcats at North Carolina Tar Heels Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Tar Heels defeated the Wofford Terriers 78-67, while the Wildcats won big over the Cleveland State Vikings 83-63.
The Wildcats had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (47.7 vs. 7.1) and had a much better turnover percentage (13.4 vs. 24.2). The Tar Heels, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (35.7 vs. 26.5) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.568 vs. 0.452). North Carolina was lifted by Luke Maye, who contributed 24 points and seven rebounds. Kellan Grady, meanwhile led the way for Davidson, contributing 24 points and seven rebounds.
The Tar Heels won the only game between these two teams last season, 85-75. North Carolina had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (50.0 vs. 10.3). Davidson, on the other hand, had a better turnover percentage (9.3 vs. 12.3). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Cameron Johnson and Maye have played at a high level over the last five games for North Carolina. Johnson has averaged 0 points, while Maye has put up 0 points a game during that span.
It might turn into a high-scoring affair as two of the nation’s best offenses clash. North Carolina ranks 21st with 116.7 points per 100 possessions and Davidson is 36th (111.2). Additionally, the Wildcats, who rank 319th in offensive rebounding percentage (26.1 percent), will square off against the Tar Heels, who rank 40th in defensive rebounding percentage (75.9 percent).
Davidson Wildcats at North Carolina Tar Heels Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – North Carolina, ATS Winner – North Carolina, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- North Carolina ranks fourth in rebounds per game (44.5) while Davidson ranks 205th (36.4).
- The Wildcats average 15.3 assists per game, which ranks 36th in the country. The Tar Heels rank 149th in assists allowed per game (13.9).
- Davidson ranks 18th in blocks allowed per game (1.3) while North Carolina ranks 123rd (4.2).
- The Wildcats average 28.0 three pointers per game, which ranks 28th in the nation. The Tar Heels rank 208th in three pointers allowed per game (25.6).
- Davidson ranks 18th in steals allowed per game (5.2) while North Carolina ranks 147th (7.7).
Bettings Trends:
- The Tar Heels’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 30.6, up from 16.5 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Wildcats have scored an average of 69.6 points per game (6.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 66.0 points per game (2.3 below their season average).
