Charleston vs Hofstra Prediction 1/9/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Charleston vs Hofstra prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, January 9th at the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex in Hempstead, New York. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Charleston Cougars Betting Preview

The Charleston Cougars are 12-3 (2-0) this year after they defeated Towson by a score of 77-69 in their last game. Charleston led 39-30 at halftime and they were able to get the win, despite being outscored in the second half. The Cougars shot 46% from the field, 38.9% on three-pointers, and 92.3% on free throws in the game. Deywilk Tavarez led Charleston with 20 points and seven rebounds, while AJ Smith added 20 points and four rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that victory, the Cougars defeated Hampton by a score of 94-67 and Charlotte by a score of 84-81. Charleston has won four games in a row and eight of their last nine, and they are one of three undefeated teams in the CAA. Charleston has scored 79.7 points per game and they have allowed 74.9 points per game, while also averaging 36.5 rebounds and 16.3 assists per game this season. Ante Brzovic is averaging 19.1 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game, while Deywilk Tavarez is averaging 12.7 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game this year. Charleston is shooting 46.2% from the field, 77.2% on free throws, and 36.2% on three-pointers this season. 

Hofstra Pride Betting Preview

The Hofstra Pride are 9-6 (1-1) this season after they defeated Northeastern by a score of 55-37 in their last game. Hofstra trailed 19-18 at halftime, but they outscored Northeastern 37-18 in the second half for the win. The Pride shot 41.5% from the field, 38.5% on three-pointers, and 76.2% on free throws in the game. Cruz Davis led Hofstra with 22 points and one rebound, while Jean Aranguren added 14 points and 10 rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Pride lost to William & Mary by a score of 74-56 and Quinnipiac by a score of 75-69. Hofstra has lost three of their last four games, but they did start the season by winning eight of their first eleven games. Hofstra has scored 67.9 points per game and they have allowed 64.3 points per game, while also averaging 34.8 rebounds and 13.1 assists per game this season. Cruz Davis is averaging 15.0 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game, while Jean Aranguren is averaging 14.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game this year. Hofstra is shooting 42.7% from the field, 74% on free throws, and 33.7% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Charleston will beat Hofstra

• College of Charleston has won each of its last 14 games against the Coastal Athletic Association.
• Hofstra has lost three of its last four games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Hofstra has lost the first half in each of its last four games.

Charleston vs Hofstra Prediction 

Charleston comes into this matchup looking for their fifth win in a row and they only have three losses on the season. The Cougars have lost to Liberty, Rhode Island, and Oregon State, but they do have wins over South Florida, FAU, and Loyola. The Cougars are scoring nearly 80 points per game, which has covered up for some bad defensive play. Charleston has allowed 74.9 points per game this season, but they have been better in their last four. Hofstra has lost three of their last four games, but they did win an ugly game against Northeastern last time out. The Pride are shooting just 42.7% from the field, but they are allowing 64.3 points per game on the year. Hofstra’s defense could make this game interesting, but I don’t think they have the scoring to keep pace. Take Charleston here.