Samford Bulldogs vs. Citadel Bulldogs Betting Prediction 02/23/19

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Expect a fast-paced game when the Samford Bulldogs (16-12, 6-9 SoCon) travel to Citadel to play the Bulldogs (11-15, 3-12 SoCon). The game will air on ESPN 3 at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019.

Samford Bulldogs at Citadel Bulldogs Betting Odds

Both teams lost a close one in their last outing. Citadel fell to the Chattanooga Mocs, 68-65, while Samford was defeated by the Mercer Bears, 65-62.

Samford did a fantastic job of converting from the charity stripe (17-23; 73.9 percent) while Citadel did a fantastic job of converting from the free throw line (15-17; 88.2 percent). Lew Stallworth fueled Citadel with 25 points and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Josh Sharkey had a solid performance for Samford, recording 24 points and six rebounds.

In their first matchup this year, Brandon Austin led Samford to an 80-77 victory. He recorded a double-double with 28 points and 10 rebounds. Samford’s 0.203 free throw rate was their largest advantage over Citadel, who had a rate of 0.054.

Samford Bulldogs vs. Citadel Bulldogs Pick

College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Samford, ATS Winner – Samford, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Citadel ranks second in three pointers attempted per game (35.0) while Samford ranks 281st in three pointers allowed per game (27.0).
  • Samford averages 7.3 steals per game, which ranks 58th in the NCAA. Citadel ranks 157th in steals allowed per game (6.9).
  • Samford ranks 38th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while Citadel ranks 136th (3.7).
  • Samford averages 36.9 rebounds per game, which ranks 95th in the NCAA. Citadel ranks 296th in rebounds allowed per game (40.8).
  • Samford averages 14.0 assists per game, which ranks 108th in the NCAA. Citadel ranks 269th in assists allowed per game (18.2).

Bettings Trends:

  • Citadel has been outscored by an average of 12.8 points in their last five games. For the season, Citadel has defeated opponents by an average of 0.0 points.
  • During their last five games, Samford has scored an average of 77.0 points per game (1.7 above their season average) and allowed an average of 74.8 points per game (3.2 above their season average).