Furman Paladins (5-5) vs. Tulane Green Wave (6-2)
Furman Paladins vs. Tulane Green Wave 12/14/23 – On December 14th 2023, Paladins will face Tulane Green Wave in an NCAA Men’s Basketball matchup that promises an intriguing clash. Paladins currently boasts 5-5 standing while Tulane has an impressive 6-2 record, creating an exciting matchup on December 14th 2023 at Avron B. Fogelman Arena of Devlin Fieldhouse for an electric atmosphere and to be broadcast live by ESPN for optimal viewing pleasure and free expert college basketball insights action!
Furman’s season so far has been marked by highs and lows. Their overall 5-5 standing shows they possess great promise yet struggle for consistency. Averaging 84.1 points per game on offense shows off its capabilities; especially three-point shooting with 9.9 three-point field goals made per game on average (though their 32.6% accuracy still needs improvement). On defense, Furman averages 7.9 steals and 3.1 blocks per game to disrupt opponents’ plays while their high turnover rate (14.2 per game) could potentially be exploited by Tulane.
Tulane Green Wave comes into this contest with an impressive 6-2 record and averages an impressive 869 points per game, slightly outscoring Furman by an average of two points per game. Their field goal percentage stands at an impressive 51.7%; they also outshoot Furman three-point shooting both attempts and accuracy-wise. Defensively, Tulane is more aggressive than Furman with 10.5 steals and 3.3 blocks being averaged per game while their lower turnover rate of 11.8 indicates better ball control which could prove crucial in tight games.
Furman Paladins vs. Tulane Green Wave 12/14/23 Game Info
| When: | Thursday, December 14, 2023, at 7:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Avron B. Fogelman Arena in the Devlin Fieldhouse |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Marcus Foster (Guard) vs. Kevin Cross (Forward)
Marcus Foster has been an impressive performer this season for Furman as their guard. Averaging 28.6 minutes and 19.8 points per game over 28.6 games played (49.1% field goal accuracy and 83.8% free throw accuracy; however 28.3% from three point line could use improvement. Foster can score with his ability and decent rebounding average of 5.5 per game making him a dual threat; however his 2.6 turnovers per game indicate potential weaknesses under pressure.
Kevin Cross, Tulane’s forward, boasts impressive stats. Averaging 18 points and 7.1 rebounds per game, Cross is an integral player with exceptional numbers. His impressive field goal and free-throw shooting efficiency of 59.4% field goal shooting and 79.2% free throw shooting efficiency make an impactful statement about their skills as a versatile player whose 46.2% three-point accuracy stands out among his peers. Cross’ strengths lie in scoring ability and rebounding; however his turnovers per game match Foster’s as an indicator of possible weaknesses to exploit.
Foster and Cross will provide one of the highlights of this game, with Foster’s agility and scoring prowess testing Cross’s defensive skills, while Cross’ all-around play could provide Furman’s defense with some serious difficulty. Both have the potential to substantially affect its outcome; their head-to-head competition should be an exciting spectacle to follow!
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total: TBD
Betting odds have yet to be set for this game; however, given past performances and trends of both teams involved it should be an exciting matchup that keeps bettors guessing until point spread and moneyline become available. Bettors should keep tabs on both.
Furman Paladins Betting Trends
Furman has recently displayed some signs of trouble in their recent form, especially their poor 1-4 record in their last five games and performance against the spread (1-4 overall and 1-3 road). Their totals going OVER in three of those five matches is another cause for alarm that over/under bettors should consider when placing wagers on them.
Tulane Green Wave Betting Trends
Tulane boasts an improved recent record, winning three out of their past five games while going 3-2 against the spread in these contests – though their 2-3 record against the spread shows some inconsistency in these outings. They were 2-2 away from home against the spread, suggesting balanced performances away from home; their totals have gone OVER in each one; this trend may continue against Furman.
Furman Paladins vs. Tulane Green Wave 12/14/23 Betting Picks
Analysis and betting trends indicate this game will be close and high-scoring. Furman could use their three-point shooting advantage as a deciding factor, yet their inconsistency could prove costly against Tulane’s more consistent performance and superior defensive stats that give them an edge in this contest.
Tulane stands out as the safer pick in terms of home advantage and lower turnover rate. Betting on an over/under game could prove tricky; given both teams tending towards high-scoring games, opting for an OVER might be wiser; today’s elite picks would suggest choosing Tulane over Memphis by narrow margins.
Free Pick and Prediction: Furman Paladins 78, Tulane Green Wave 82.