Norfolk State Spartans vs. South Carolina Gamecocks Free Prediction

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The Norfolk State Spartans (2-1) will travel to Colonial Life Arena to clash with the South Carolina Gamecocks (1-1). The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 13, 2018.

Norfolk State Spartans at South Carolina Gamecocks ATS Odds

In their last game, the Gamecocks lost a tough one against the Stony Brook Seawolves, 83-81, while the Spartans had no trouble getting past the Clarion Golden Eagles, 74-46.

Norfolk State played a flawless game. They had a turnover percentage of 11.8 and a free throw rate of 0.333. Clarion recorded marks of 33.3 and 0.227, respectively, for those same stats. South Carolina, meanwhile, had a better turnover percentage (11.8 vs. 15.8). A.J. Lawson had a good outing for South Carolina, finishing with 23 points and six assists. Nic Thomas played a pivotal role for Norfolk State with 19 points.

This could end up being an error-filled game for the offense of South Carolina. Since last season, South Carolina ranks 271st in the NCAA in ball protection (turnover percentage of 19.8 percent), while the pesky defense of Norfolk State has forced the 38th-most turnovers in the country (21.5 percent). Furthermore, the 281st-ranked offense of the Spartans (offensive efficiency of 101.3) will face off against the 52nd-ranked defense of the Gamecocks (defensive efficiency of 98.9).

Norfolk State vs. South Carolina Pick

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

Betting Notes (2017-Present):

  • Norfolk State ranks 42nd in steals allowed per game (5.3) while South Carolina ranks 252nd (7.3).
  • The Spartans average 3.6 blocks per game, which ranks 106th in the country. The Gamecocks rank 253rd in blocks allowed per game (5.1).
  • South Carolina ranks 80th in rebounds per game (37.4) while Norfolk State ranks 227th in rebounds allowed per game (36.3).
  • The Gamecocks rank 87th in three pointers allowed per game (20.5) while the Spartans rank 286th (24.9).
  • South Carolina ranks 50th in assists allowed per game (11.6) while Norfolk State ranks 224th (14.2).