JMU Center will host College of Charleston Cougars vs James Madison Dukes action on Thursday as both teams try to pay off for those betting on NCAA basketball odds action.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The James Madison Dukes betting line opened as 4.5-point underdogs in this college basketball tilt over at Sportsbook but the number may be on the move. Watch for the Sportsbook over/under total as well at Sportsbook.
College of Charleston Cougars vs James Madison Dukes Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
Supporters of the College of Charleston Cougars have watched them go 13-4 and 8-5-1 ATS on the college basketball season, while the James Madison Dukes are at 5-12 and 4-9 ATS. In totals betting, the James Madison Dukes are 5-7-1, while the College of Charleston Cougars have a 6-8 mark.
The power rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the James Madison Dukes rated this week at No. 227 and the College of Charleston Cougars sitting at No. 61.
Statistical Matchup
Rebounding is always a key handicapping betting consideration and College of Charleston is ranked No. 229 in NCAA basketball at 34.12 per game. Contrast that with James Madison's No. 174 mark in the paint. When it comes to three-point shooting, James Madison is the No. 232-ranked team in the country at 5.88 per game, while College of Charleston rates No. 225 at 6.06 per game.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Hofstra was victimized by Joe Chealey for 31 points as the Cougars defeated the Pride 77-71 in college hoops action on Saturday.
The Dukes endured a 64-54 loss at the hands of the Huskies on Saturday, despite a 16-point effort from Yohanny Dalembert at Matthews Arena.
Next Betting Matchups
College of Charleston home to William & Mary, Saturday, January 14th
James Madison at Elon, Saturday, January 14th