UNCW Seahawks at Towson Tigers Betting Prediction 01/30/20

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The Towson Tigers (12-9, 6-3 CAA) and the UNCW Seahawks (7-15, 2-7 CAA) battle at SECU Arena. The Tigers will attempt to extend their six-game winning streak. The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 30, 2020.

UNCW Seahawks at Towson Tigers Betting Odds

Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Tigers were victorious over the William & Mary Tribe 70-58, while the Seahawks won a close one over the Charleston Cougars 72-70.

The Seahawks had a ridiculous free throw rate of 0.400 (above their season average of 0.206) and held the Cougars to an effective field goal percentage of 0.389 (below their season average of 0.508). The Tigers, on the other hand, knocked down 14 of their 19 free throws (73.7 percent) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (32.0 vs. 23.3). Jason Gibson had a solid game for Towson with 21 points. UNCW received a boost from Shykeim Phillips, who recorded 17 points and six rebounds.

In their first matchup this year, Betrand led the Tigers to a 67-60 win. He recorded 16 points. Towson’s free throw rate was their biggest strength over UNCW. The Tigers had a rate of 0.250, while the Seahawks posted a mark of 0.131.

Towson appears to have the edge on the defensive side of the ball. The Tigers rank 84th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.465), while UNCW is 203rd in effective field goal percentage (0.495).

UNCW Seahawks at Towson Tigers Free Pick

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

Betting Notes:

  • Towson averages 36.9 rebounds per game, which ranks 112th in the nation. UNCW ranks 212th in rebounds allowed per game (36.9).
  • The Seahawks are 36th in the nation with 2.6 blocks allowed per game while the Tigers are 56th with 2.9 blocks allowed per game.
  • UNCW ranks 202nd in three pointers attempted per game (19.9) while Towson ranks 211th in three pointers allowed per game (23.9).
  • The Tigers rank 13th in steals allowed per game (4.8) while the Seahawks rank 109th (6.5).
  • UNCW ranks 175th in assists per game (12.5) while Towson ranks 227th (11.1).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Seahawks have scored an average of 67.0 points per game (2.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 73.2 points per game (0.9 above their season average).
  • The Tigers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 12.6, up from 4.2 for the season.