The Presbyterian Blue Hose (4-10, 1-0 BigSou) and the Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs (5-8, 1-0 BigSou) face off at Paul Porter Arena. The Blue Hose will attempt to put an end to a six-game road losing streak. Action gets underway at 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 4, 2020.
Presbyterian Blue Hose vs. Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs ATS Odds
Both teams won a close one over their last opponent. The Runnin’ Bulldogs defeated the Campbell Fighting Camels 67-65, while the Blue Hose beat the UNC Asheville Bulldogs 79-77.
The Blue Hose had a fantastic effective field goal percentage of 0.714 (above their season average of 0.473) and held the Bulldogs to an offensive rebounding percentage of 24.2 (below their season average of 30.6). The Runnin’ Bulldogs, on the other hand, made 24 of their 29 free throws (82.8 percent) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 44.4 (above their season average of 27.3). Gardner-Webb received a boost from Eric Jamison Jr., who recorded 19 points and nine rebounds. Meanwhile, Cory Hightower led the way for Presbyterian, contributing 18 points and eight rebounds.
This series was highly contested last year, as the teams split their two games last season. The Runnin’ Bulldogs won the most recent contest 78-70. Gardner-Webb’s 0.172 free throw rate was their largest advantage over Presbyterian, who had a mark of 0.108. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when a pair of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams go head-to-head. Gardner-Webb ranks 284th in possessions per game (67.4) and Presbyterian is 283rd (67.5).
Presbyterian Blue Hose vs. Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs Odds Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Gardner-Webb, ATS Winner – Gardner-Webb, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Gardner-Webb averages 20.8 three pointers per game, which ranks 179th in the country. Presbyterian ranks 243rd in three pointers allowed per game (27.0).
- The Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 37th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while the Blue Hose rank 88th (3.4).
- Presbyterian ranks 163rd in assists per game (12.4) while Gardner-Webb ranks 203rd in assists allowed per game (14.8).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Blue Hose have scored an average of 65.0 points per game (1.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 72.8 points per game (0.1 below their season average).
- The Runnin’ Bulldogs’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 5.8, up from 4.2 for the season.
