An eight-game home winning streak is on the line for the Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs (12-9, 3-4 BigSou) when they take on the High Point Panthers (11-9, 4-2 BigSou) at Paul Porter Arena. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 30, 2019.
High Point Panthers vs. Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Runnin’ Bulldogs were beaten by the Charleston Southern Buccaneers, 74-60, while the Panthers were victorious over the UNC Asheville Bulldogs, 65-61.
The Panthers made 13 of their 18 free throws (72.2 percent) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 46.9 (above their season average of 33.1). Gardner-Webb, meanwhile, had a better turnover percentage (14.3 vs. 13.9). Gardner-Webb’s David Efianayi played well, recording 23 points and eight rebounds. High Point received a boost from Jahaad Proctor, who had 25 points, five rebounds and five assists.
This was a highly competitive series last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. The Panthers won the most recent matchup 66-65. High Point’s free throw rate was their biggest strength over Gardner-Webb. The Panthers had a rate of 0.340, while the Runnin’ Bulldogs posted a mark of 0.226. This will be the first contest of the year between these two teams.
From an effective field goal percentage perspective, Gardner-Webb figures to have a significant advantage. The Runnin’ Bulldogs defense ranks 58th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.473), while the High Point offense is ranked 277th in effective field goal percentage (0.488). Furthermore, the Panthers could control the offensive glass in this battle as they rank 46th in the country in offensive rebounding percentage at 33.7 percent. The Runnin’ Bulldogs, meanwhile, rank 266th in defensive rebounding percentage (69.8 percent).
High Point vs. Gardner-Webb Free Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Gardner-Webb, ATS Winner – Gardner-Webb, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- High Point ranks 44th in rebounds per game (38.7) while Gardner-Webb ranks 170th in rebounds allowed per game (35.5).
- The Runnin’ Bulldogs average 3.2 blocks per game, which ranks 111th in the nation. The Panthers rank 133rd in blocks allowed per game (3.8).
- Gardner-Webb ranks 71st in assists per game (14.7) while High Point ranks 89th in assists allowed per game (12.4).
- The Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 39th in steals per game (7.9) while the Panthers rank 134th (6.2).
- Gardner-Webb ranks 206th in three pointers attempted per game (20.6) while High Point ranks 269th (18.1).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Panthers have scored an average of 64.8 points per game (3.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 61.6 points per game (5.3 below their season average).
- The Runnin’ Bulldogs have been outscored by an average of 4.4 points in their last five games. For the season, Gardner-Webb has defeated opponents by an average of 9.8 points.
