Charleston (23-7) vs Hofstra (19-11)
Game Info: Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 2:00 pm (TD Arena)
Betting Odds: Charleston -5.5 -- Over/Under: 151.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: TBD
The Hofstra Pride will play the Charleston Cougars in a CAA game on Saturday afternoon at TD Arena in Charleston, South Carolina. Hofstra has won four games in a row, while Charleston is on an eight game winning streak. Let’s take a look at the betting matchup and the Hofstra vs Charleston prediction.
Hofstra Preview
The Hofstra Pride are 19-11 (12-5) this year after they defeated UNC Wilmington by a score of 69-58 in their last game. Hofstra led 32-25 at halftime and they were able to slightly pull away in the second half for the win. The Pride shot 56.3% from the field and were +6 in rebounding margin in the game. Hofstra has also defeated Elon, Drexel, and Northeastern during this four game winning streak. The Pride are scoring 74.7 points per game with 33.2 rebounds per game and 15.6 assists per game, while giving up 68.4 points against per game this year. Tyler Thomas is averaging 22.1 points per game, 5.1 rebounds per game, and 3.3 assists per game. Hofstra is shooting 47.4% from the field, 74.5% on free throws, and 37.2% on three pointers this season.
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Charleston Preview
The Charleston Cougars are 23-7 (14-3) this season after they defeated Campbell by a score of 96-73 in their last game. Charleston led 55-33 at halftime and they were able to coast to the easy win in the second half. The Cougars shot 49.3% from the field and made 15 three pointers in the game. Charleston has won eight games in a row and 10 of their last 11. The Cougars are scoring 80.8 points per game with 39.9 rebounds per game and 15.1 assists per game, while allowing 73.2 points against per game this season. Reyne Smith is averaging 12.4 points per game, 2.0 rebounds per game, and 1.5 assists per game. Charleston is shooting 44.1% from the field, 71.5% on free throws, and 34% on three pointers this year.
Hofstra vs Charleston Betting Prediction
Both of these teams come into this game playing very well recently and they are sitting towards the top of the CAA standings. Charleston is currently in first place, while Hofstra is tied for second. The Cougars are scoring over 80 points per game, but they are only shooting 44.1% from the field. That low shooting percentage could be an issue against Hofstra’s defense, as they have allowed 64 points or fewer in four straight. Charleston won the first meeting by a score of 73-61 and they have dominated conference play. Take the Cougars to finish the regular season strong at home.
David’s Pick Charleston -5.5
AUTHOR: David Racey
