The winless Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs (0-4) travel to Colonial Life Arena to square off with the South Carolina Gamecocks (3-1). The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, November 22, 2019.
Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs vs. South Carolina Gamecocks ATS Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last contest. The Gamecocks lost to the Boston University Terriers, 78-70, while the Runnin’ Bulldogs were blown out by the Wichita State Shockers, 74-52.
Gardner-Webb had a free throw rate of 0.200 (above their season average of 0.187) while South Carolina had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (38.1 vs. 30.8). A.J. Lawson had a good outing for South Carolina with 22 points, seven rebounds and five assists. Jaheam Cornwall had a good outing for Gardner-Webb, contributing 22 points.
The offensive glass could be a major edge for South Carolina in this battle. The Gamecocks rank 44th in offensive rebounding percentage (33.1 percent), while Gardner-Webb ranks 284th in defensive rebounding percentage (69.3 percent) since the 2018-19 season.
Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs vs. South Carolina Gamecocks ATS Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – South Carolina, ATS Winner – South Carolina, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- South Carolina ranks 148th in three pointers allowed per game (22.1) while Gardner-Webb ranks 317th (27.0).
- The Runnin’ Bulldogs average 6.8 steals per game, which ranks 105th in the country. The Gamecocks rank 181st in steals allowed per game (6.6).
- South Carolina ranks 181st in assists per game (13.0) while Gardner-Webb ranks 188th in assists allowed per game (13.6).
- The Gamecocks rank 91st in rebounds per game (37.1) while the Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 255th (33.6).
- South Carolina ranks 41st in blocks per game (4.4) while Gardner-Webb ranks 188th (2.9).
