The Clemson Tigers (11-8, 1-5 ACC) welcome the Pittsburgh Panthers (12-8, 2-5 ACC) to Littlejohn Coliseum. The Panthers can put an end to a five-game road losing streak. Action begins at 9 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 29, 2019, and can be seen on ESPNU.
Pittsburgh Panthers at Clemson Tigers Betting Odds
Both teams lost in their last contest. The Tigers lost a winnable game to the 21st-ranked North Carolina State Wolfpack, 69-67, while the Panthers lost to the 23rd-ranked Louisville Cardinals, 66-51.
Pittsburgh held Louisville to an offensive rebounding percentage of 25.0 (below their season average of 30.7) while Clemson had a free throw rate of 0.333 (above their season average of 0.255). Marcquise Reed was a key piece for Clemson with 19 points and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Pittsburgh was lifted by Jared Wilson-Frame, who recorded 14 points and six rebounds.
The Tigers won the sole contest between these two teams last year, 72-48. The Tigers’ turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Panthers. Clemson had a rate of 11.3, while Pittsburgh posted a mark of 22.2. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
This could end up being a mistake-prone game for the offense of Clemson. Clemson ranks 272nd in the nation in ball protection (turnover percentage of 20.3 percent), while the disruptive defense of Pittsburgh forces the 36th-most turnovers in the country (22.5 percent).
Pittsburgh Panthers vs. Clemson Tigers ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Clemson, ATS Winner – Clemson, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Clemson ranks 19th in rebounds allowed per game (30.8) while Pittsburgh ranks 242nd (37.6).
- The Tigers rank 102nd in steals per game (6.6) while the Panthers rank 157th in steals allowed per game (7.1).
- Pittsburgh ranks 228th in three pointers attempted per game (20.0) while Clemson ranks 254th (18.9).
- The Tigers rank 38th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while the Panthers rank 175th (5.5).
- Clemson ranks 15th in assists allowed per game (10.4) while Pittsburgh ranks 146th (13.4).
Bettings Trends:
- The Tigers have been outscored by an average of 5.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Clemson has defeated opponents by an average of 4.0 points.
- During their last five games, the Panthers have scored an average of 66.6 points per game (7.8 below their season average) and allowed an average of 73.4 points per game (6.0 above their season average).
