Who's Playing
South Carolina State @ The Citadel
Current Records: South Carolina State 5-8; The Citadel 6-3
What to Know
The South Carolina State Bulldogs have enjoyed the comforts of home their last two games, but now they must head out on the road. They will take on the The Citadel Bulldogs in a holiday battle at 5 p.m. ET Monday at McAlister Field House. Both teams seek to continue their momentum from their previous wins.
Things were close when South Carolina State and the Tennessee State Tigers clashed this past Saturday, but South Carolina State ultimately edged out the opposition 90-88.
Meanwhile, The Citadel took their matchup at home this past Thursday with ease, bagging a 102-62 victory over the St Andrews Knights.
South Carolina State have to know they'll be fighting an uphill battle given the 11.50 point spread they are up against. However, those who like betting on the underdog should be happy to hear that they are 6-3-2 against the spread when expected to lose.
The wins brought South Carolina State up to 5-8 and The Citadel to 6-3. Two offensive stats to keep in the back of your head while watching: South Carolina State has only been able to knock down 39.20% percent of their shots, which is the 12th lowest field goal percentage in college basketball. The Citadel's offense has more to brag about, as they they come into the game boasting the ninth most points per game in college basketball at 85.6. So the cards are definitely stacked in their favor.
How To Watch
- When: Monday at 5 p.m. ET
- Where: McAlister Field House -- Charleston, South Carolina
- Follow: CBS Sports App
- Ticket Cost: $39.00
Odds
The Bulldogs are a big 11.5-point favorite against the Bulldogs, according to the latest college basketball odds.
Bettors have moved against the Bulldogs slightly, as the game opened with the Bulldogs as a 13.5-point favorite.
Over/Under: -120
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Series History
The Citadel won the only game these two teams have played in the last seven years.
- Nov 28, 2021 - The Citadel 91 vs. South Carolina State 79
