The Longwood Lancers (7-15, 2-7 BigSou) will be at Paul Porter Arena to challenge the Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs (8-12, 4-4 BigSou) in a BigSou matchup. Action begins at 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 1, 2020.
Longwood Lancers at Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs ATS Odds
In their last game, the Runnin’ Bulldogs beat the UNC Asheville Bulldogs, 70-56, while the Lancers lost to the Radford Highlanders, 67-55.
The Runnin’ Bulldogs, who came into the game averaging an effective field goal percentage of 0.485, had an absurd mark of 0.600 and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 31.0 (above their season average of 28.5). Longwood, meanwhile, forced Radford into a turnover percentage of 18.5 (above their season average of 13.9). Gardner-Webb was lifted by Jose Perez, who contributed 17 points, seven rebounds and six assists. Juan Munoz, meanwhile played well for Longwood, recording 17 points.
The Runnin’ Bulldogs dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the most recent contest, Gardner-Webb won 66-47. Gardner-Webb’s 0.531 effective field goal percentage was its largest strength over Longwood, who had a rate of 0.306. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
It could be a tough game for Gardner-Webb on the offensive glass. The Runnin’ Bulldogs are among the nation’s elite on the offensive glass, ranking 181st in offensive rebounding percentage at 28.6 percent. Meanwhile, Longwood ranks 68th in the NCAA at corralling defensive rebounds with a defensive rebounding percentage of 74.9 percent.
Longwood Lancers vs. Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Gardner-Webb, ATS Winner – Gardner-Webb, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Longwood averages 26.9 three pointers per game, which ranks 27th in the country. Gardner-Webb ranks 261st in three pointers allowed per game (26.5).
- The Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 151st in rebounds per game (35.6) while the Lancers rank 214th in rebounds allowed per game (36.7).
- Longwood ranks 95th in steals per game (7.0) while Gardner-Webb ranks 123rd in steals allowed per game (6.5).
- The Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 49th in blocks per game (4.3) while the Lancers rank 195th (1.9).
- Gardner-Webb ranks 117th in assists per game (13.6) while Longwood ranks 257th (10.3).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Lancers have scored an average of 63.6 points per game (3.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 68.4 points per game (1.6 below their season average).
- The Runnin’ Bulldogs have outscored opponents by an average of 4.8 points in their last five games. For the season, Gardner-Webb has lost by an average of 2.1 points.
