The Davidson Wildcats (0-2) get their home schedule underway at Belk Arena against the UNCW Seahawks (2-1). The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 16, 2019.
UNCW Seahawks vs. Davidson Wildcats Betting Odds
In their last matchup, the Wildcats lost to the Charlotte 49ers, 71-58, while the Seahawks were victorious over the Campbell Fighting Camels, 81-76.
The Seahawks had a much better free throw rate (0.468 vs. 0.068) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.628 vs. 0.480). Davidson, on the other hand, had a better effective field goal percentage (0.528 vs. 0.538). Davidson rallied around Kellan Grady, who had 20 points. Jaylen Sims was a key piece for UNCW with 15 points and six rebounds.
The Wildcats won the only contest between these two teams last year, 91-85. Davidson did an excellent job of getting to and converting from the charity stripe (20-26; 76.9 percent). UNCW, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (40.5 vs. 20.0).
Looking at effective field goal percentage, Davidson should have a noteworthy edge. Dating back to last season, the Wildcats offense ranks 82nd in that metric at 0.529, while the UNCW defense ranks 340th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.548).
UNCW Seahawks vs. Davidson Wildcats ATS Pick
Free Prediction: SU Winner – Davidson, ATS Winner – UNCW, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Davidson averages 25.9 three pointers per game, which ranks 47th in the country. UNCW ranks 290th in three pointers allowed per game (25.9).
- The Seahawks rank 76th in rebounds per game (37.4) while the Wildcats rank 99th in rebounds allowed per game (33.8).
- Davidson ranks 248th in blocks per game (2.3) while UNCW ranks 262nd (2.1).
- The Wildcats rank 33rd in steals allowed per game (5.1) while the Seahawks rank 157th (6.4).
- Davidson ranks 86th in assists per game (14.4) while UNCW ranks 194th in assists allowed per game (13.6).
