The Furman Paladins (4-0) look to remain unbeaten when they take on the Alabama Crimson Tide (1-2) at Coleman Coliseum. The game begins at 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 19, 2019.
Furman Paladins vs. Alabama Crimson Tide ATS Odds
In their last game, the Crimson Tide were beaten by the Rhode Island Rams, 93-79, while the Paladins easily got past the Southern Wesleyan Warriors, 83-61.
Furman dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a free throw rate of 0.136 (below their season average of 0.234) and a turnover percentage of 17.0 (worse than their season average of 13.9). For those same stats, Southern Wesleyan had marks of 0.034 and 24.0, respectively. Alabama, on the other hand, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (27.0 vs. 11.8). Alabama was lifted by Kira Lewis Jr., who put up 21 points and five rebounds. Noah Gurley played a key role for Furman with 25 points and five rebounds.
It might be a mistake-prone game for the Alabama offense. Since last season, Alabama ranks 272nd in the NCAA in ball protection (turnover percentage of 20.1 percent), while the pesky defense of Furman has forced the 48th-most turnovers in the nation (21.4 percent).
Furman Paladins vs. Alabama Crimson Tide ATS Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Furman, ATS Winner – Furman, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Furman ranks 16th in steals per game (8.7) while Alabama ranks 271st (4.8).
- The Paladins average 4.1 blocks per game, which ranks 72nd in the NCAA. The Crimson Tide rank 240th in blocks allowed per game (4.3).
- Alabama ranks 50th in rebounds per game (38.2) while Furman ranks 181st (35.2).
- The Paladins rank 21st in assists per game (15.9) while the Crimson Tide rank 211th (12.6).
- Furman ranks 17th in three pointers attempted per game (28.0) while Alabama ranks 188th (21.8).
