Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs vs. Presbyterian Blue Hose Free Prediction 02/06/20

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The Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs (8-13, 4-5 BigSou) will be at the Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center to take on the Presbyterian Blue Hose (8-15, 5-5 BigSou) in a BigSou matchup. The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 6, 2020.

Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs at Presbyterian Blue Hose Betting Odds

Both teams fell in their last contest. The Blue Hose lost to the Hampton Pirates, 87-81, while the Runnin’ Bulldogs lost a tough one against the Longwood Lancers, 84-81.

Gardner-Webb did a fantastic job of making free throws (18-22; 81.8 percent) while Presbyterian had a better effective field goal percentage (0.500 vs. 0.475). Presbyterian’s Chris Martin played well, putting up 24 points and seven rebounds. Ludovic Dufeal, meanwhile played a pivotal role for Gardner-Webb with 18 points and seven rebounds.

In their first matchup this year, Ben Drake led the Blue Hose to a 68-62 victory. He recorded a double-double with 10 points and 16 rebounds. The Blue Hose’s offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over the Runnin’ Bulldogs. Presbyterian had a rate of 41.0, while Gardner-Webb posted a mark of 26.5.

Gardner-Webb at Presbyterian ATS Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Presbyterian, ATS Winner – Presbyterian, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Gardner-Webb ranks 47th in blocks per game (4.3) while Presbyterian ranks 194th (2.1).
  • The Runnin’ Bulldogs average 6.4 steals per game, which ranks 129th in the country. The Blue Hose rank 174th in steals allowed per game (7.2).
  • The Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 144th in three pointers attempted per game (22.1) while the Blue Hose rank 246th in three pointers allowed per game (24.7).
  • Gardner-Webb averages 13.9 assists per game, which ranks 97th in the nation. Presbyterian ranks 160th in assists allowed per game (13.1).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Runnin’ Bulldogs have outscored opponents by an average of 1.0 point in their last five games. For the season, Gardner-Webb has lost by an average of 2.1 points.
  • During their last five games, the Blue Hose have scored an average of 72.6 points per game (5.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 77.8 points per game (5.0 above their season average).