Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs vs Charlotte 49ers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/19/24

The Runnin’ Bulldogs and 49ers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The 49ers will host the game at Halton Arena in Charlotte, NC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 144.5 points, and Charlotte is favored by -7.5 at home against Gardner-Webb.

GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN’ BULLDOGS VS CHARLOTTE 49ERS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs +7.5

This game will be played at Halton Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, November 19th.

WHY BET THE GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN’ BULLDOGS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the 49ers.
• Even though we have Charlotte winning straight-up, we like Gardner-Webb at +7.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.

Does Gardner-Webb Stand a Chance on the Road?

Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs Recent Game/Games

Gardner-Webb narrowly edged out Elon 80-79 at home on Friday, November 15th. The Runnin’ Bulldogs were -3.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined score of 159 points went over the pre-game O/U line of 150.

Gardner-Webb trailed 41-40 at halftime but managed to outscore Elon 40-38 in the second half to secure the win.

Gardner-Webb put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 40.8% from the field and 37.9% from three-point range. They connected on 11 threes and were strong at the free-throw line, hitting 24 of 29 attempts for 82.8%.

The Runnin’ Bulldogs had 21 assists and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds. TK Simpkins and Nick Dorn each scored 17 points, while Darryl Simmons II hit 4 threes, shooting 66.7% from deep.

Gardner-Webb gave up 79 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 40% from the field on 29 of 71 attempts. They held them to 42% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team making 18 of 42 shots.

From beyond the arc, Gardner-Webb’s defense allowed 11 threes on 29 attempts, a 37% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 29 times, where they hit 24 free throws for 82%. Gardner-Webb gave up 14 offensive rebounds.

Does Charlotte Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?

Charlotte picked up a 65-48 win over Richmond on Wednesday, November 13th. Playing at home, the 49ers entered the game as -1.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 113, well under the O/U line of 141.5.

Charlotte led 29-19 at halftime and continued to control the game in the 2nd half, outscoring Richmond 36-29.

Charlotte’s offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.3% from the field and 20.8% from three-point range, connecting on only 5 of 24 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.2%, but they did hit 80% of their free throws, going 24 for 30 from the line.

Nik Graves led the 49ers with 23 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists, shooting 38.5% overall and 33.3% from deep. Dusan Neskovic added 14 points on 66.7% shooting, while Kylan Blackmon contributed 12 points and 3 assists.

Charlotte’s defense was impressive, holding their opponent to just 48 points on 35% shooting. The 49ers were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to 5 made threes on 24 attempts, a 20% success rate.

Despite sending their opponent to the free-throw line 30 times, Charlotte’s defense managed to keep the game under control. They also allowed 8 offensive rebounds.