SMU Mustangs Look to Exploit Charlotte 49ers for Third Straight Win in AAC Matchup
Two basketball teams, the Charlotte 49ers and SMU Mustangs from the Lone Star State, will face off Tuesday evening, with SMU the betting favorite. These teams have previously
Game outlook
Two basketball teams, the Charlotte 49ers and SMU Mustangs from the Lone Star State, will face off Tuesday evening, with SMU the betting favorite. These teams have previously met twice, with SMU winning both meetings, the last taking place on December 20, 1989. SMU won their last game against Murray State, covering the line as a 5.5-point favorite, while Charlotte lost to Stetson 79-75 as a 4.5-point favorite. SMU is favored by 8.5 points and this line has not changed.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: 49ers +240 | Mustangs -310
Spread: 49ers +8.5 (-110) | Mustangs -8.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 135.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that SMU will win straight-up is 76%.
Charlotte 49ers
Charlotte battled Stetson on the road in their previous game and despite holding multiple leads, fell short in the end. The 49ers seek to improve their record when they return to AAC conference play.
SMU Mustangs Analysis
The Mustangs have won three games in a row with an overall record of 9-4 and shot 59.6% from the field and 15 of 23 from three-point range in their game against Murray State. The team is led by Zhuric Phelps who averages 14.8 points, 4.7 rebounds and 1.9 steals per game. Chuck Harris follows closely behind with 13.9 points while other rotation players provide balance. SMU is ranked #96 for field goals, #312 for free throws, #63 for three pointers, #48 for rebounds, #57 for offensive assists and #134 for turnovers. On defense, SMU is ranked #4 for field goals, #230 for free throws, #7 for three pointers, #34.85 for defensive rebounds, #114 for defensive assists and #134 for turnovers.