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East Carolina Pirates Look to Secure Win Against Charlotte in Tar Heel State Showdown

In a matchup between East Carolina and Charlotte in the Tar Heel State, both teams are looking for a win. East Carolina is coming off a victory against UAB, while Charlotte fell to Florida Atlantic in their previous game. The 49ers have a historical advantage over East Carolina, with a 20-10 record in the all-time series. They have also won the last two meetings, including a road win in the most recent matchup. The current betting line has East Carolina favored by 3 points. Stay tuned for our prediction on the outcome of this Saturday afternoon contest.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pirates -166 | 49ers +137
• Spread: Pirates -3 (-110) | 49ers +3 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 140.75 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that East Carolina will win straight-up is 62%.

East Carolina Pirates

East Carolina secured their fifth win in seven games with a victory over UAB, improving their overall record to 14-11 and tying for sixth place in the AAC with a 6-6 mark. Despite facing a deficit in the first half, the Pirates rallied to a 75-70 lead with 2:04 remaining, ultimately securing a 82-75 win. Leading scorer C.J. Walker contributed 29 points to the effort. The team's offensive output ranks them 142nd in the nation, averaging 76 points per game; however, their defense is ranked 220th, allowing 72.8 points per game. Additional key contributors to the team's success include RJ Felton, Jordan Riley, and secondary scorers such as Cam Hayes. In terms of shooting percentages, East Carolina ranks 247th in field goal percentage and 345th in three-point shooting. Defensively, the team struggles with three-point defense, ranking 352nd. Overall, the Pirates hold a power ranking of 288 and are 11-11-1 ATS this season.

Charlotte 49ers Analysis

Charlotte suffered a defeat at the hands of Florida Atlantic, marking their fourth loss in five games. Despite leading early on, the 49ers struggled defensively and ultimately fell short, shooting 47.3% from the field but allowing their opponents to shoot 54.2%. Robert Braswell IV led the team with 20 points off the bench. The 49ers have struggled offensively this season, ranking low in scoring offense, shooting percentage, and rebounding. Coach Aaron Fearne looks for contributions from various players to improve their performance. Defensively, they have also struggled, ranking low in scoring defense and allowing a high field goal percentage to their opponents. The 49ers have an overall record of 9-16 and face challenges in both their offensive and defensive play.

East Carolina Favored in Tobacco Road Rivalry Against Struggling Charlotte

Although Charlotte has a strong home advantage, they have encountered difficulties in slowing down opposing teams on defense. The 49ers have shown weaknesses in rebounding and offensive production. East Carolina, with a road record of 3-4 this season, displays more balanced performance on both ends of the court. Despite their average shooting accuracy, the Pirates are favored in this matchup against Charlotte, who has allowed 75 points or more in five of their last seven games. Considering the 49ers' defensive struggles and East Carolina's solid offensive performance, the visitors hold the advantage in this Tobacco Road rivalry.

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