Syracuse Orange vs. Clemson Tigers Betting Prediction 03/09/19

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The Clemson Tigers (18-12, 8-9 ACC) welcome the Syracuse Orange (19-11, 10-7 ACC) to Littlejohn Coliseum as the regular season comes to an end. The game is scheduled to start at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday, March 9, 2019.

Syracuse Orange at Clemson Tigers Betting Odds

In their last outing, the Tigers won a close one over the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, 64-62, while the Orange lost big to the second-ranked Virginia Cavaliers, 79-53.

Clemson’s effective field goal percentage was their largest advantage over Notre Dame. The Tigers had a rate of 0.472 (below their season average of 0.521), while the Fighting Irish posted a mark of 0.427. Syracuse, on the other hand, had a better free throw rate (0.123 vs. 0.098). Clemson was led by Marcquise Reed, who contributed 22 points and six rebounds. Tyus Battle, meanwhile led the way for Syracuse, finishing with 11 points and five rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, Marek Dolezaj led the Orange to a 61-53 victory. He produced 10 points. Syracuse’s free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Clemson. The Orange had a rate of 0.313, while the Tigers posted a mark of 0.189.

Half-court execution will be critical when two of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams square off. Clemson ranks 282nd in possessions per game (67.0) and Syracuse is 280th (67.1).

Syracuse Orange at Clemson Tigers Odds Pick

Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Clemson, ATS Winner – Syracuse, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Clemson ranks ninth in assists allowed per game (10.0) while Syracuse ranks 219th (14.9).
  • The Orange rank 19th in steals per game (8.2) while the Tigers rank 108th (6.5).
  • Syracuse ranks 15th in blocks per game (4.8) while Clemson ranks 54th in blocks allowed per game (2.8).
  • The Tigers rank 41st in rebounds allowed per game (32.0) while the Orange rank 227th (36.9).
  • Syracuse ranks 86th in three pointers attempted per game (24.3) while Clemson ranks 247th (19.4).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Tigers have scored an average of 69.0 points per game (0.5 below their season average) and allowed an average of 66.8 points per game (2.5 above their season average).
  • The Orange’s average margin of victory in their last five games has been 0.2, down from 4.8 for the season.