In this article we will formulate a High Point vs Winthrop prediction for this College Basketball game on Sunday, March 9th at Freedom Hall in Johnson City, Tennessee. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
High Point Panthers Betting Preview
The High Point Panthers are 28-5 (14-2) this year after they defeated Radford by a score of 76-73 in their last game. High Point led 36-34 at halftime and they did lead by 10 at multiple times in the second half, but they barely hung on for the win late. The Panthers shot 53.8% from the field, 46.7% on three pointers, and 68.4% on free throws in the game. Kimani Hamilton led High Point with 18 points and seven rebounds, while Juslin Bodo Bodo added 10 points and nine rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, the Panthers defeated Gardner Webb by a score of 85-64 and SC Upstate by a score of 88-66. High Point has won 13 games in a row and they finished first in the Big South standings with a 14-2 record. High Point has scored 82.4 points per game and they have allowed 68.6 points against per game, while also averaging 36.5 rebounds and 13.2 assists per game this season. Kezza Giffa is averaging 15.0 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game, while D’Maurian Williams is averaging 14.1 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game this year. High Point is shooting 49.4% from the field, 76.3% on free throws, and 36.4% on three pointers this season.
Winthrop Eagles Betting Preview
The Winthrop Eagles are 23-10 (11-5) this season after they defeated UNC Asheville by a score of 86-67 in their last game. Winthrop led 46-30 at halftime and they were able to cruise to the win in the second half. The Eagles shot 45.2% from the field, 50% on three pointers, and 58.6% on free throws in the game. Nick Johnson led Winthrop with 15 points and two assists, while Kelton Talford added 14 points and 13 rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, the Eagles defeated Longwood by a score of 88-79 and UNC Asheville by a score of 103-90. Winthrop has won five games in a row and they finished tied for second in the Big South standings with an 11-5 record. Winthrop has scored 85.1 points per game and they have allowed 78.2 points against per game, while also averaging 38.5 rebounds and 12.9 assists per game this season. Kelton Talford is averaging 15.8 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 1.0 steal per game, while KJ Doucet is averaging 14.1 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game this year. Winthrop is shooting 47.6% from the field, 67.2% on free throws, and 34% on three pointers this season.
Why High Point will beat Winthrop
- High Point has won each of its last 13 games.
- High Point has won the first half in each of its last 12 games against the Big South Conference.
Why Winthrop will beat High Point
- Winthrop has won 10 of its last 11 games.
- Winthrop has won the first half in each of its last five games against the Big South Conference.
Matchup/League Facts
- High Point ranks 4th among Division 1 teams for offensive rating this season (123.1).
- High Point ranks 4th among Division 1 teams for defensive rating this season (102.5).
- Winthrop ranks 1st among Division 1 teams for free throw attempts per game this season (29.1).
- Winthrop ranks 3rd among Division 1 teams for free throws made per game this season (19.5).
High Point vs Winthrop Prediction
High Point comes into this matchup as the top team in the Big South this season, but they did have some trouble putting yesterday’s game away against Radford. The Panthers are shooting over 49% from the field this year and their defense has allowed fewer than 70 points in five of their last six games. Winthrop is also playing very well right now, as they have won 10 of their last 11 games, and they have scored at least 81 points in five straight. High Point did win both of the regular season meetings by scores of 88-66 and 84-62, but I do think Winthrop’s offense will generate more points this time around. Both teams are scoring over 82 points per game on the season and I think we are going to see a very high scoring game. Take the over here.