The South Carolina Gamecocks (4-2) clash against the UNI Panthers (6-1) in the Cancun Challenge – Riviera Division at Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya. The game starts at 6 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 27, 2019, and will air on CBS Sports Network.
South Carolina Gamecocks vs. UNI Panthers Betting Odds
Both teams fell in their last contest. The Panthers lost to the West Virginia Mountaineers, 60-55, while the Gamecocks got blown out by the Wichita State Shockers, 70-47.
South Carolina forced Wichita State into a turnover percentage of 19.5 (above their season average of 11.7) while UNI held West Virginia to an offensive rebounding percentage of 27.5 (below their season average of 38.5). Isaiah Brown was a key piece for UNI with 15 points and six rebounds. Meanwhile, South Carolina was lifted by Maik Kotsar, who finished with 12 points and seven rebounds.
The battle on the backboards could prove decisive, pitting strength against strength. The Gamecocks rank 50th in offensive rebounding percentage (32.8 percent), while UNI ranks 13th in defensive rebounding percentage (76.7 percent) dating back to the 2018-19 season.
South Carolina Gamecocks vs. UNI Panthers Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – UNI, ATS Winner – UNI, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- South Carolina ranks 30th in blocks per game (4.6) while UNI ranks 262nd (2.1).
- The Panthers rank 108th in three pointers attempted per game (23.8) while the Gamecocks rank 246th (20.4).
- South Carolina ranks 191st in assists per game (13.0) while UNI ranks 296th (10.9).
- The Gamecocks rank 117th in steals per game (6.7) while the Panthers rank 291st (4.7).
- South Carolina ranks 94th in rebounds per game (36.9) while UNI ranks 255th (33.5).
