The Wofford Terriers (4-2) and their great offense travel to South Carolina to play the Gamecocks (3-2) and their superb defense. The game will air on SEC Network at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, November 26, 2018.
Wofford Terriers vs. South Carolina Gamecocks Betting Odds
Both teams thoroughly outplayed their last opponent. The Gamecocks defeated the George Washington Colonials 90-55, while the Terriers beat the Mars Hill Lions 97-46.
Wofford dominated every stat category in the game. They had a free throw rate of 0.242 (above their season average of 0.121) and a turnover percentage of 13.0 (worse than their season average of 12.1). Mars Hill was 0.102 and 30.1, respectively, for those same stats. South Carolina, on the other hand, dominated nearly every stat category in their game. They had a ridiculous offensive rebounding percentage of 34.2 (above their season average of 32.9) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.587 (above their season average of 0.481). George Washington was 16.7 and 0.319, respectively, for those same stats. South Carolina’s Chris Silva had a good game, contributing 20 points and 10 rebounds. Cameron Jackson played a key role for Wofford with 18 points, 10 rebounds and five steals.
The Gamecocks won the only game between these two teams last season, 73-52. The Gamecocks’ 37.5 offensive rebounding percentage was their largest advantage over the Terriers, who had a mark of 22.2.
The battle on the backboards could prove decisive, pitting strength against strength. The Gamecocks rank 43rd in offensive rebounding percentage (33.6 percent), while Wofford ranks 40th in defensive rebounding percentage (74.9 percent) since last season. Furthermore, the 34th-ranked offense of the Terriers (offensive efficiency of 113.4) will clash against the 41st-ranked defense of the Gamecocks (defensive efficiency of 98.1).
Wofford at South Carolina ATS Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – South Carolina, ATS Winner – South Carolina, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Wofford ranks ninth in blocks allowed per game (2.3) while South Carolina ranks 271st (4.9).
- The Gamecocks rank 46th in assists allowed per game (11.5) while the Terriers rank 191st (13.7).
- Wofford ranks 35th in three pointers attempted per game (25.9) while South Carolina ranks 179th (21.8).
- The Gamecocks rank 71st in rebounds per game (37.7) while the Terriers rank 291st (32.8).
- Wofford ranks 88th in steals per game (6.8) while South Carolina ranks 266th in steals allowed per game (7.2).
