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Charleston Looks to Extend Winning Streak Against Northeastern in Thursday Night Showdown

In this upcoming Thursday night matchup, Charleston will face off against Northeastern in a battle of teams from the New England area on the hardwood. Charleston is coming off a recent win against North Carolina A&T, while Northeastern defeated Stony Brook in their last game. The all-time series between the teams favors Charleston, who has won the last six games, including a previous win earlier this season. Currently, the line favors Charleston at -1 over Northeastern.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cougars -112 | Huskies -108
• Spread: Cougars -1 (-110) | Huskies +1 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 151 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Northeastern will win straight-up is 52%.

Charleston vs Northeastern Stats

Charleston Cougars

Charleston recently secured their seventh win in their last 10 games with a victory over North Carolina A&T, improving their overall record to 20-7. The team currently sits tied for third in the CAA with a 10-4 conference record. In the game against North Carolina A&T, the Cougars trailed early but managed to take a commanding lead and secure a comfortable victory. Their offense is ranked 93rd in the country, averaging 77.6 points per game, while their defense ranks 274th, allowing 74.7 points per game. The team is led by Ante Brzovic, who averages 18.4 points and 8.4 rebounds per game, with other key contributors including Deywilk Tavarez, Derrin Boyd, and AJ Smith. Charleston shoots 45% from the field, 34.6% from beyond the arc, and 73.4% from the free-throw line. Their power ranking is 281, with rankings in various offensive and defensive categories.

Northeastern Huskies Analysis

Northeastern secured their fourth win in six games by defeating Stony Brook at home in their last game, improving to 15-12 overall and tied for sixth in CAA action. The Huskies dominated the game, shooting 49.1% from the field and holding Stony Brook to 38.3%. Reshad King led Northeastern with 25 points and eight rebounds. Overall, the team averages 70.5 points per game and has a strong defensive ranking, allowing 69.8 points per game. Secondary scoring options such as Rashad King, William Kermoury, Masai Troutman, and LA Pratt have contributed to the team's success. However, Troutman is currently out with no return date set. The Huskies have a power ranking of 207 and rank 283rd in scoring offense, hitting 44.96% of field goals and 69.54% of free throws. On defense, they allow 43.86% field goals and 70.52% free throws. The team averages 35.04 rebounds per game and has 12.84 offensive assists. Northeastern's three-point shooting percentage is 32.79%, and they allow 34.75% of opponents' three-point attempts.

Northeastern Faces Uphill Battle Against Charleston's Potent Offense

Both teams are entering this matchup with some momentum, however, Northeastern will be facing the challenge of playing without Troutman, while recently welcoming back Kermoury. The offensive capabilities of the Huskies will be put to the test against the formidable Charleston attack. Charleston has a history of success in this series, winning six consecutive meetings, and has demonstrated strength on the road with a 6-4 record this season. The upcoming game will likely showcase a clash of strengths and weaknesses, with Charleston’s potent offense posing a significant challenge for Northeastern. Given the Huskies' inconsistency in scoring compared to Charleston's offensive prowess, the Cougars appear to have the advantage in securing their seventh consecutive victory in the series.

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