South Carolina Gamecocks at Texas A&M Aggies ATS Prediction 01/18/20

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The South Carolina Gamecocks (9-7, 1-2 SEC) will be at Reed Arena to challenge the Texas A&M Aggies (8-7, 2-2 SEC) in a SEC matchup. Action begins at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 18, 2020, and can be seen on SEC Network.

South Carolina Gamecocks at Texas A&M Aggies Betting Odds

In their last contest, the Aggies were beaten by the LSU Tigers, 89-85, while the Gamecocks barely escaped the 10th-ranked Kentucky Wildcats, 81-78.

The Gamecocks had a superb turnover percentage of 9.5 (better than their season average of 16.8) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 39.2 (above their season average of 33.1). Texas A&M, meanwhile, had a turnover percentage of 7.9 (better than their season average of 19.9). Texas A&M’s Josh Nebo had a good outing, putting up 20 points and nine rebounds. Meanwhile, South Carolina rallied around Jermaine Couisnard, who put up 26 points.

The Gamecocks dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the most recent game, South Carolina won 71-54. South Carolina had a much better turnover percentage (11.1 vs. 18.0). Texas A&M, meanwhile, had a better free throw rate (0.212 vs. 0.143). This is the first time these teams will meet this year.

Looking at effective field goal percentage, Texas A&M figures to have a substantial advantage. The Aggies defense ranks 51st in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.454), while the South Carolina offense is ranked 312th in effective field goal percentage (0.465). Also, the Gamecocks are among the nation’s best on the offensive backboards, ranking 45th in offensive rebounding percentage (33.6 percent). The Aggies, meanwhile, rank 297th at securing defensive rebounds with a defensive rebounding percentage of 69.2 percent.

South Carolina vs. Texas A&M Free Pick

Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Texas A&M, ATS Winner – Texas A&M, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • South Carolina ranks 126th in three pointers allowed per game (21.6) while Texas A&M ranks 267th (27.9).
  • The Gamecocks rank 94th in rebounds per game (37.4) while the Aggies rank 166th in rebounds allowed per game (35.7).
  • South Carolina ranks 59th in steals per game (7.8) while Texas A&M ranks 112th in steals allowed per game (6.5).
  • The Gamecocks rank 131st in assists per game (13.3) while the Aggies rank 225th (11.0).
  • Texas A&M ranks 36th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while South Carolina ranks 120th (3.8).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Aggies have scored an average of 65.6 points per game (5.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 62.0 points per game (0.4 above their season average).
  • The Gamecocks have been outscored by an average of 1.4 points in their last five games. For the season, South Carolina has defeated opponents by an average of 3.1 points.