Stony Brook Seawolves vs
Charleston CougarsPredictions & Preview

Charleston Cougars Favored to Win Against Stony Brook Seawolves in CAA Rematch showdown.

Stony Brook (5-16, 1-7 CAA) will be facing Charleston (16-5, 6-2 CAA) on Thursday night at 6pmET at TD Arena in South Carolina. Charleston has won both previous meetings between these teams, including last year's CAA title game. Charleston is favored to win with a -14.5 point spread that has remained steady. For more information on this matchup and other NCAAB predictions, visit our website for expert basketball analysis.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Seawolves +860 | Cougars -1600
• Spread: Seawolves +14.5 (-110) | Cougars -14.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 147.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Charleston will win straight-up is 94%.

Stony Brook vs Charleston Stats

Stony Brook Seawolves

Stony Brook recently secured their first CAA conference win against North Carolina A&T, breaking an eight-game losing streak. CJ Luster II led the team with 31 points, while Andre Snoddy added 22. The team's offensive and defensive efficiency rankings are low, with Luster and Joe Octave being key players. The team struggles defensively, allowing an average of 74.5 points per game. Despite their challenges, the Seawolves have shown strength in free throw shooting and rebounding. Overall, Stony Brook has a 5-16 record this season, with room for improvement in both offense and defense.

Charleston Cougars Analysis

Charleston has had a mixed season with two home losses, one to Liberty and one to UNCW. However, they bounced back with a strong win against Elon, led by A.J. Smith and Ante' Brzovic. The team has been missing Deywilk Tavarez due to injury, but Brzovic has been a standout player. With a power ranking of 58 and #94 for offense, the Cougars have shown strength in scoring, shooting, and rebounding. On defense, they have room for improvement in field goal percentages but have been solid in free throw defense. Overall, Charleston is a competitive team to watch in the CAA.

Stony Brook vs Charleston: Title Game Rematch Not Driven by Revenge

This upcoming matchup between Stony Brook and Charleston is not motivated by revenge. Last season, Stony Brook came close to upsetting Charleston in the title game despite being considered a 10.5-point underdog. However, Charleston is experiencing changes with Pat Kelsey now coaching at Louisville, leading to a decrease in their rebounding and defensive capabilities compared to last season. Recent performances, including a loss to UNCW and a narrow victory over Northeastern, showcase Charleston's struggles. Additionally, there is uncertainty surrounding Tavarez's availability for the upcoming game. Charleston's current performance indicates that they are not as dominant as they were in the previous season.

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