Charleston Cougars vs Hofstra Pride Betting Picks & Predictions
Charleston and Hofstra will face off in a Thursday night matchup at the Mack Sports Complex. Last season, Hofstra broke Charleston's 20-game winning streak, when they won
Game outlook
Charleston and Hofstra will face off in a Thursday night matchup at the Mack Sports Complex. Last season, Hofstra broke Charleston's 20-game winning streak, when they won 85-81 as a 9-point underdog. Despite Charleston being 9-4 SU and 5-7 ATS, they are the betting underdog and the line remains at -2.5 for Hofstra.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Cougars +115 | Pride -135
Spread: Cougars +2.5 (-110) | Pride -2.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 154 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Hofstra will win straight-up is 57%.
Charleston Cougars
The Charleston Cougars had an impressive season last year, going 31-4 and 16-2 in the CAA. Despite the losses of three starters, they were still able to have success due to the addition of Stony Brook forward Frankie Policelli (13.7ppg, 9.4rpg). The Cougars have a 21-11 record this season, and are ranked 45th in the power rankings. Offensively they are averaging 78.54 points per game and rank in the bottom quarter of the NCAAB in shooting percentage, three-pointers and free throws. Defensively, they allow an average of 74.54 points with 43.88% shooting from the field. The Cougars rely on a deep team with 10 to 11 players and juniors Ben Burnham (6-7, 220) and Reyne Smith are their leading scorers with 13.7ppg and 11.9ppg respectively. Their success this season is also due to the play of 6-10 center Ante Brzovic who is averaging 10.4ppg and 6.2rpg.