The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders (4-10, 0-1 CUSA) visit Dale F. Halton Arena to take on the Charlotte 49ers (7-5, 1-0 CUSA). The Blue Raiders will try to snap their five-game losing streak. The game gets underway at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 4, 2020.
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders at Charlotte 49ers ATS Odds
In their last contest, the 49ers beat the UAB Blazers, 51-44, while the Blue Raiders lost to the Old Dominion Monarchs, 70-60.
The 49ers knocked down 13 of their 17 free throws (76.5 percent), while the Blazers had a turnover percentage of 25.7 (above their season average of 19.7). Middle Tennessee, meanwhile, had a turnover percentage of 11.8 (better than their season average of 17.4). Charlotte’s Jahmir Young led the way, finishing with 18 points. Meanwhile, Middle Tennessee received a boost from Eli Lawrence, who contributed 19 points.
The Blue Raiders dominated this series last year, securing victories in both games. In the most recent game, Middle Tennessee won 86-67. The Blue Raiders’ 13.0 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the 49ers, who had a mark of 23.2. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
The aggressive Charlotte offense looks poised to dominate from the free throw line. The 49ers currently rank 40th in the country with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.276, while Middle Tennessee ranks 266th in FTA rate allowed (0.247).
Middle Tennessee at Charlotte Betting Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Charlotte, ATS Winner – Charlotte, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Middle Tennessee ranks 83rd in three pointers attempted per game (24.3) while Charlotte ranks 245th (17.9).
- The Blue Raiders average 14.7 assists per game, which ranks 70th in the nation. The 49ers rank 92nd in assists allowed per game (11.9).
- The 49ers average 9.0 steals per game, which ranks 26th in the country. The Blue Raiders rank 134th in steals allowed per game (7.1).
- Middle Tennessee ranks 87th in blocks per game (3.6) while Charlotte ranks 111th in blocks allowed per game (3.8).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the 49ers have scored an average of 63.2 points per game (5.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 52.4 points per game (9.2 below their season average).
- The Blue Raiders’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 17.8, up from 3.7 for the season.
