Winthrop Eagles at Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs ATS Prediction 02/16/19

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Expect a shootout when the Winthrop Eagles (17-8, 9-3 BigSou) meet the Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs (16-10, 7-5 BigSou) at Paul Porter Arena. The game starts at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 16, 2019.

Winthrop Eagles vs. Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs ATS Odds

Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Runnin’ Bulldogs won a close one over the Charleston Southern Buccaneers 77-74, while the Eagles were victorious over the Presbyterian Blue Hose 93-85.

The Eagles held the Blue Hose to an effective field goal percentage of 0.478 (below their season average of 0.548) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 33.3 (above their season average of 30.4). The Runnin’ Bulldogs, meanwhile, knocked down 14 of their 17 free throws (82.4 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.583 (above their season average of 0.559). Gardner-Webb received a boost from David Efianayi, who put up 33 points and six rebounds. Adam Pickett played well for Winthrop, finishing with 23 points and 12 rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, Pickett led the Eagles to a 97-88 victory. He notched a double-double with 19 points and 11 rebounds. Winthrop out-rebounded Gardner-Webb. The Eagles had 10 offensive rebounds and 41 total rebounds, while the Runnin’ Bulldogs had five and 30, respectively.

This matchup figures to be a shootout as a pair of the nation’s top offenses clash. Gardner-Webb currently ranks 39th with 112.9 points per 100 possessions and Winthrop is 32nd (113.6).

Winthrop Eagles vs. Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Winthrop, ATS Winner – Winthrop, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Winthrop ranks third in three pointers attempted per game (32.9) while Gardner-Webb ranks 292nd in three pointers allowed per game (27.6).
  • The Eagles average 15.4 assists per game, which ranks 45th in the NCAA. The Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 135th in assists allowed per game (13.3).
  • The Runnin’ Bulldogs rank 56th in steals per game (7.5) while the Eagles rank 235th (4.4).
  • Winthrop ranks 10th in rebounds per game (41.0) while Gardner-Webb ranks 173rd (34.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Runnin’ Bulldogs have scored an average of 83.6 points per game (3.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 82.6 points per game (10.7 above their season average).
  • The Eagles have been outscored by an average of 1.0 point in their last five games. For the season, Winthrop has defeated opponents by an average of 7.1 points.