Matchup: UNC Greensboro Spartans vs Indiana Hoosiers
Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Venue: Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, Bloomington, IN
Broadcast: FS1
This Thursday, the Indiana Hoosiers (3-0) are set to host the UNC Greensboro Spartans (2-1) at the Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, aiming for another victory.
In their latest game, the UNC Greensboro Spartans achieved an impressive 99-54 victory against North Carolina Wesleyan. The Spartans committed 24 fouls while North Carolina Wesleyan tallied 16. From beyond the arc, UNC Greensboro managed to sink 4 of their 14 attempts. Conversely, North Carolina Wesleyan only converted 20 of 33 free throws for a shooting percentage of 60.6%. On the boards, North Carolina Wesleyan secured 28 rebounds (10 offensive, 18 defensive) but failed to block any shots. They finished the game with 8 assists and 7 steals. Defensively, UNC Greensboro allowed a mere 25.9% shooting, limiting their opponent to just 15 of 58 attempts. The Spartans dished out 22 assists while forcing 12 turnovers and recording 8 steals. On the boards, they secured a total of 47 rebounds, including 9 offensive ones. At the charity stripe, the Spartans managed 15 out of 23 free throws, equating to a 65.2% success rate. Their shooting efficiency was strong at 58.1%, hitting 36 of 62 field goals and 12 of 22 three-pointers.
Akrum Ahemed played a pivotal role in the win, showcasing a perfect shooting performance. He went 5 for 5 from the field, ended with 16 points, 4 rebounds, and 1 assist while spending 17 minutes on the court.
Currently, the Spartans hold a 2-1 record this season, averaging 80.0 points per game, ranking them 154th in Division 1. They are shooting 45.3% from the field and 39.7% from three-point range (29 of 73), alongside a 72.3% rate from the free-throw line. As a team, they secure 43.3 rebounds per game and have recorded a total of 47 assists this year, placing them 305th in Division 1 for assists. They turn the ball over an average of 11.0 times per game and commit roughly 19.7 fouls each contest.
On the defensive front, the Spartans force 10.3 turnovers per game while drawing 18.0 fouls. They allow their adversaries to shoot 28.4% from three-point range and currently rank 104th in the nation for points allowed at 66.3 per game. Additionally, they permit a 36.3% field goal percentage (65 of 179) and average 35.0 rebounds allowed per game, placing them 32nd in college basketball for assists given up with 34.
In their most recent outing, the Indiana Hoosiers secured an 87-71 victory against South Carolina. They recorded 29 defensive rebounds and 7 offensive rebounds, totaling 36 for the game. The Hoosiers committed 11 turnovers but managed to steal the ball 7 times. South Carolina was penalized with 23 personal fouls, allowing Indiana to take 33 free throw attempts, successfully completing 27 for an 81.8% free throw rate. From beyond the arc, Indiana excelled, making 8 out of 17 shots (47.1%). Overall, the Hoosiers recorded a shooting percentage of 51.0%, converting 26 out of 51 attempts. The Hoosiers allowed South Carolina to shoot 24 of 63 from the floor, achieving a 38.1% shooting mark and 27.6% from three-point range with 8 of 29 hitting. They posted a free throw percentage of 65.2% while granting South Carolina 24 rebounds (6 offensive).
Myles Rice shined in this game for Indiana, scoring 23 points on 7 of 10 shooting (70.0%) and contributing 4 rebounds and 3 assists over 37 minutes of play.
The Hoosiers boast a perfect 3-0 record this season. Offensively, they rank 9th in the nation with a field goal percentage of 55.3%. Indiana has tallied 257 points so far (averaging 85.7 points per game) while collecting 38.3 rebounds per contest. Their passing game is solid, with an average of 18.7 assists per game (38th in college basketball), though they turnover the ball 13.0 times on average. The team also commits 16.7 fouls per game and converts 79.0% of their free throw attempts.
On defense, the Hoosiers rank 46th in Division 1 in points allowed per game (62.3). They force 13.7 turnovers each game and restrict their opponents to a 36.6% shooting percentage (45th in college basketball). Indiana has limited opponents to 26.7% from three-point distance (20 of 75) and allows 60.0% success from the free throw line. They give up an average of 10.3 assists and 31.3 rebounds per game, ranking them 72nd and 64th in college basketball, respectively.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA basketball match against the spread?
Free Prediction: Bet on UNC Greensboro (+17.5)
