The UNCW Seahawks (2-3) will battle against the Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs (1-4) at U.S. Cellular Center. The game is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 24, 2018.
UNCW Seahawks vs. Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Runnin’ Bulldogs lost a winnable game to the Eastern Illinois Panthers, 79-78, while the Seahawks were victorious over the Arkansas State Red Wolves, 78-64.
UNCW played a nearly flawless game. They had a free throw rate of 0.281 (matching their season average) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 27.6 (below their season average of 40.1). Arkansas State put up marks of 0.095 and 22.0, respectively, for those same stats. Gardner-Webb, meanwhile, did an excellent job of converting from the charity stripe (16-21; 76.2 percent). Gardner-Webb was lifted by David Efianayi, who recorded 20 points. Meanwhile, Devontae Cacok fueled UNCW with 17 points and 10 rebounds.
Second-chance points might be few and far between for Gardner-Webb in this matchup. The Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 264th in offensive rebounding percentage (26.5 percent), while UNCW ranks 57th in defensive rebounding percentage (74.4 percent) dating back to last season.
UNCW Seahawks vs. Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs Betting Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Gardner-Webb, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- UNCW ranks 70th in assists per game (15.0) while Gardner-Webb ranks 248th in assists allowed per game (14.6).
- The Seahawks rank 162nd in steals allowed per game (6.2) while the Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 263rd (7.2).
- Gardner-Webb ranks 209th in blocks per game (2.8) while UNCW ranks 274th (2.1).
- The Seahawks rank eighth in rebounds per game (40.9) while the Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 183rd (35.2).
- UNCW averages 22.1 three pointers per game, which ranks 168th in the nation. Gardner-Webb ranks 279th in three pointers allowed per game (24.2).
