Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs vs. Wichita State Shockers ATS Prediction 11/19/19

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The Wichita State Shockers (3-0) look to extend their hot start when they go head-to-head against the winless Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs (0-3) at Charles Koch Arena. Action begins at 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 19, 2019.

Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs at Wichita State Shockers Betting Odds

In their last outing, the Shockers had no trouble getting past the UT Martin Skyhawks, 103-62, while the Runnin’ Bulldogs lost to the sixth-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels, 77-61.

Wichita State played a flawless game. They had a ridiculous offensive rebounding percentage of 37.5 and a turnover percentage of 10.7. UT Martin was 18.4 and 21.7, respectively, for those same stats. Gardner-Webb, meanwhile, had a better turnover percentage (16.7 vs. 19.0). Wichita State received a boost from Jamarius Burton, who finished with 18 points, six rebounds and five assists. Jose Perez led the way for Gardner-Webb, finishing with 12 points, five rebounds and five assists.

The offensive glass should be a huge edge for Wichita State in this showdown. Since the 2018-19 season, the Shockers rank 47th in offensive rebounding percentage (32.8 percent), while Gardner-Webb ranks 279th in defensive rebounding percentage (69.5 percent). Furthermore, the Runnin’ Bulldogs’ 27th-ranked offense (effective field goal percentage of 0.549) will go head-to-head against the Shockers’ 46th-ranked defense (effective field goal percentage allowed of 0.474).

Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs vs. Wichita State Shockers Pick

Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Wichita State, ATS Winner – Wichita State, O/U – Over

Betting Notes (2018-Present):

  • Wichita State averages 24.1 three pointers per game, which ranks 92nd in the country. Gardner-Webb ranks 315th in three pointers allowed per game (26.9).
  • The Shockers rank 134th in assists per game (13.7) while the Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 183rd in assists allowed per game (13.5).
  • Gardner-Webb ranks 177th in blocks per game (3.0) while Wichita State ranks 219th in blocks allowed per game (4.0).
  • The Shockers rank 34th in rebounds per game (38.8) while the Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 255th (33.9).
  • Gardner-Webb ranks 100th in steals per game (6.8) while Wichita State ranks 259th (5.0).