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Charleston Cougars Favored to Win Against South Florida Bulls in Upcoming Matchup at TD Arena

The College of Charleston Cougars, currently at 1-0, are set to take on the South Florida Bulls, who are 0-1, in an upcoming game at TD Arena. Charleston, coming off a win against SIU, is favored to win with odds opening at -2.5 and the current line at Charleston -5. South Florida, who fell to the Florida Gators in their last game, will be looking to secure their first win of the season. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 PM EST on Friday, November 8.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Bulls +180 | Cougars -214
• Spread: Bulls +5 (-110) | Cougars -5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 155 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Charleston will win straight-up is 68%.

South Florida vs Charleston Stats

South Florida Bulls

The South Florida Bulls had a successful season last year, achieving 25 wins after four years of losses, but ultimately fell to VCU. This season, the team faces challenges with the loss of their coach and top scorers. In their first game against Florida, they showed promise with strong shooting percentages but struggled with turnovers and fouls. Despite the loss, returning players like Kobe Knox and Brandon Stroud, as well as new additions, showed potential. The Bulls are ranked 106 in offense and 93 in defense in the NCAAB, with solid shooting percentages and rebounding stats. Their defensive rankings show room for improvement.

Charleston Cougars Analysis

The College of Charleston had a successful 2023 season, finishing with a 27-8 overall record and 15-3 in the CAA. Although they lost in the 1st round of the NCAAs, head coach Pat Kelsey was promoted to Louisville and Chris Mack has taken his place. Senior guard CJ Fulton and center Ante Brzovic will return to lead the team. In their first game against the Salukis, Brzovic scored 27 points and Fulton added 17, with the team shooting 56.4% from the field and 45% from downtown. The squad demonstrated their ability to score from beyond the arc, which was a significant part of their offensive strategy in the previous season. However, they had 17 turnovers and struggled from the free-throw line. Despite some areas for improvement, Charleston has shown promise with their high-paced offense and strong offensive and defensive statistics. As of now, they have a power ranking of 16 and are #27 in offense.

University of South Florida Favored to Beat College of Charleston in Upcoming Game

The current line for the upcoming game favors College of Charleston by -2.5, which has shifted from the initial line of 1.5. Despite Charleston's previous success at home, they have experienced several losses, including defeats against Towson and UNC Wilmington in the previous season. Conversely, the University of South Florida performed well on the road last season, winning four out of their last five true road games, and they are highly motivated to secure their first victory of the season. South Florida displayed strong performance against Florida in their first game, with the exception of a lapse in the latter part of the first half. Their quicker and more aggressive offense is expected to challenge Charleston, especially with their formidable player Jamille Reynolds. USF's defensive record also gives them an advantage, as they kept their opponents to a low 3-point rate. Considering these factors, it is recommended to place a bet on the +2.5 for USF.

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