Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs vs. Campbell Fighting Camels Free Prediction 03/08/19

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The Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs (21-11, 12-6 BigSou) go head-to-head against the Campbell Fighting Camels (20-11, 13-4 BigSou) in the Big South Conference Tourney at John W. Pope Jr. Convocation Center. Action gets underway at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, March 8, 2019.

Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs vs. Campbell Fighting Camels Betting Odds

Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Fighting Camels defeated the Hampton Pirates 86-77, while the Runnin’ Bulldogs beat the High Point Panthers 75-69.

Gardner-Webb dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had a ridiculous free throw rate of 0.380 (above their season average of 0.266) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.560 (above their season average of 0.555). High Point put up marks of 0.228 and 0.491, respectively, for those same stats. The Fighting Camels, meanwhile, held the Pirates to an offensive rebounding percentage of 15.6 (below their season average of 28.3) and had a free throw rate of 0.393 (above their season average of 0.239). Andrew Eudy had a good performance for Campbell with 21 points and 14 rebounds. David Efianayi, meanwhile led the way for Gardner-Webb, recording 25 points and five rebounds.

It might turn into a shootout as a pair of the NCAA’s top offenses clash. Campbell currently ranks 48th with 111.8 points per 100 possessions and Gardner-Webb is 46th (111.9). Moreover, the Runnin’ Bulldogs are among the nation’s best at getting to the line, ranking 56th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.269). The Fighting Camels, meanhwile, rank 265th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.253).

Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs vs. Campbell Fighting Camels ATS Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Campbell, ATS Winner – Campbell, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Campbell ranks 20th in three pointers attempted per game (27.8) while Gardner-Webb ranks 275th in three pointers allowed per game (27.3).
  • The Fighting Camels rank third in blocks allowed per game (2.0) while the Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 63rd (2.9).
  • The Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 184th in rebounds per game (34.6) while the Fighting Camels rank 266th (31.9).
  • Campbell averages 14.5 assists per game, which ranks 81st in the country. Gardner-Webb ranks 151st in assists allowed per game (13.4).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Fighting Camels have scored an average of 74.0 points per game (1.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 66.4 points per game (3.4 below their season average).
  • The Runnin’ Bulldogs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.0, down from 7.8 for the season.