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UNC Wilmington Seahawks Set to Battle Hampton Pirates in Highly Anticipated College Basketball Showdown: Gearing Up for Exciting Matchup on February 20th

The UNC Wilmington Seahawks are gearing up to take on the Hampton Pirates in a highly anticipated matchup on February 20th at 2:00 PM ET at the Convocation Center. Despite a recent loss, the Seahawks hold a strong record of 21-6 and are currently second in the Coastal Athletic Association. On the other hand, the Pirates are ranked ninth in the conference with a record of 14-13. The Seahawks are favored to win by 5.5 points according to the current line. Basketball fans can expect an exciting game between these two competitive teams. For accurate college basketball predictions, be sure to check out the latest insights on this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Seahawks -265 | Pirates +213
• Spread: Seahawks -5.5 (-110) | Pirates +5.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 140 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that N.C. Wilmington will win straight-up is 73%.

N.C. Wilmington vs Hampton Stats

N.C. Wilmington Seahawks

The UNC Wilmington Seahawks currently hold second place in the CAA with a 21-6 record, winning four of their last five games. The team's offensive statistics include averaging 80.0 points per game with a field goal percentage of 47.0 and a 3-point percentage of 34.7. The Seahawks are strong defensively, allowing an average of 70.4 points per game with a field goal percentage allowed of 44.0 and a 3-point percentage allowed of 33.8. Senior guard Donovan Newby leads the team in scoring with 14.8 points per game. The Seahawks need to maintain their performance to compete for the top spot in the conference. In terms of power ranking, N.C. Wilmington is ranked 41 in offense and 132 in defense, with a record of 21-6 this season. Their offensive and defensive statistics rank them among the top teams in college basketball.

Hampton Pirates Analysis

The Hampton Pirates have been performing well recently, highlighted by a recent 67-49 home win against the Hofstra Pride. The team has been strong defensively, allowing only 16 points in the first half of the game. Offensively, they are scoring an average of 72.9 points per game with shooting accuracy at 42.3% from the field and 32.4% from the 3-point line. Their free throw percentage is at 72.5. Rebounding has also been solid, with the team ranking 142nd for total rebounding percentage. Defensively, the Pirates have been allowing 71.0 points per game, with opponents shooting 46.6% from the field and 34.6% from beyond the arc. Despite these stats, no injuries have been reported for the team. The Pirates currently have a power ranking of 50 and rank 214th for offense and 190th for defense in the CAA. Their upcoming matchup against N.C. Wilmington shows promise, as their offensive and defensive statistics indicate room for growth and improvement.

UNC Wilmington Seahawks Favored Over Hampton Pirates in College Basketball Clash

Upon analysis of KenPom's net ratings, it is evident that there is a substantial disparity between the ranking of UNC Wilmington and Hampton in college basketball. The Seahawks rank 114th with a net rating of +3.98, whereas the Pirates rank 240th with a net rating of -6.49. This variance can largely be attributed to the discrepancy in offensive ratings, with UNC Wilmington holding the 85th spot nationally with a 112.6 offensive rating, compared to Hampton's 243rd ranking with a 103.5 offensive rating. Taking these factors into consideration, it is recommended to favor the UNC Wilmington Seahawks for victory in this away game.

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