Liberty Flames vs
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Liberty Flames to Face Off Against Charleston Cougars in Highly Anticipated Matchup at TD Arena!

The Liberty Flames will face off against the Charleston Cougars in a nonconference match at the TD Arena this Sunday. The Flames, with a record of 3-1, are coming off a decisive victory against the Carolina University Bruins, while the Cougars, currently 3-0, secured a double-overtime win over the Florida Atlantic Owls. Charleston is favored to win by 5.5 points, with an initial line of -3. Both teams have shown strong performances early in the season, making this matchup one to watch.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Flames +189 | Cougars -225
• Spread: Flames +5.5 (-110) | Cougars -5.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 143.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Charleston will win straight-up is 69%.

Liberty vs Charleston Stats

Liberty Flames

The Liberty Flames recently defeated the Carolina University Bruins with a score of 81-45. The team showcased a strong offensive performance, shooting 40.6% from the field and 28.9% from beyond the arc. Freshman guard Brett Decker Jr. contributed 18 points, two rebounds, and three assists in the game. Defensively, the Flames held the Bruins to 32.6% shooting overall and 42.9% from three-point range. Liberty has demonstrated their prowess against non-Division I teams, with their power ranking at 140. Offensively, they average 76.67 points per game on 47.2% shooting. Defensively, they allow an average of 57.33 points per game. The team is currently 3-1 this season, with solid rankings in both offense and defense. There are no injuries reported for the Flames.

Charleston Cougars Analysis

The Charleston Cougars recently secured a double-overtime win against the Florida Atlantic Owls, with standout performances from senior forward Ante Brzovic. The team has shown strong offensive capabilities, averaging 98.3 points per game and shooting well from the field. However, their defensive performance has been lacking, allowing an average of 89.0 points per game. Currently ranked 43rd in power rankings, the Cougars excel offensively, ranking 5th in scoring and displaying impressive shooting percentages. On defense, they struggle with field goal and three-point percentages, but excel in rebounding and defensive assists. No injuries are currently reported for the team.

Liberty Flames Favored over Charleston Cougars in College Basketball Matchup

According to KenPom's adjusted efficiency margin, the Liberty Flames hold a ranking of 98th in the nation with a +7.17 net rating, while the Charleston Cougars are positioned at 109th with a +5.69 net rating. The defensive ratings also reveal a significant contrast, with Liberty ranked 43rd in the nation with an 85.3 defensive rating, whereas Charleston lags behind at 282nd in college basketball with a 106.0 defensive rating. Given this data, it is advisable to consider the Liberty Flames as the favorable option to cover the spread in this scenario.

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