Who's Playing

East Carolina @ Cincinnati

Regular Season Records: East Carolina 15-14; Cincinnati 17-14

What to Know

The East Carolina Pirates are 1-9 against the Cincinnati Bearcats since February of 2016, but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit Thursday. East Carolina and Cincinnati are set to clash at 1 p.m. ET March 10 at Dickies Arena in the first round of the American Athletic Conference Tournament. Given that these two teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.

The Pirates came up short against the Wichita State Shockers on Saturday, falling 70-62. Guard Tristen Newton put forth a good effort for the losing side as he posted a double-double on 16 points and 11 rebounds in addition to six assists.

Meanwhile, Cincinnati was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap last Thursday as they fell 76-71 to the SMU Mustangs. The top scorer for Cincinnati was guard David DeJulius (21 points).

East Carolina is expected to lose this next one by 5. They are currently two-for-two against the spread in their most recent games, however, a trend bettors might want to take into account.

A pair of offensive numbers to keep in mind before tip-off: The Pirates have only been able to knock down 40.60% percent of their shots, which is the 17th lowest field goal percentage in college basketball. The Bearcats have experienced some struggles of their own as they have only been able to knock down 40.70% percent of their shots, which is the 19th lowest field goal percentage in college basketball. It could be a slow afternoon.

How To Watch

  • When: Thursday at 1 p.m. ET
  • Where: Dickies Arena -- Fort Worth, Texas
  • TV: ESPN University
  • Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
  • Follow: CBS Sports App

Odds

The Bearcats are a 5-point favorite against the Pirates, according to the latest college basketball odds.

The oddsmakers were right in line with the betting community on this one, as the game opened as a 5-point spread, and stayed right there.

Over/Under: -110

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Series History

Cincinnati have won nine out of their last ten games against East Carolina.

  • Jan 30, 2022 - Cincinnati 60 vs. East Carolina 59
  • Jan 12, 2022 - Cincinnati 79 vs. East Carolina 71
  • Mar 07, 2021 - Cincinnati 82 vs. East Carolina 69
  • Feb 16, 2020 - Cincinnati 70 vs. East Carolina 67
  • Jan 19, 2020 - Cincinnati 82 vs. East Carolina 57
  • Jan 05, 2019 - East Carolina 73 vs. Cincinnati 71
  • Jan 20, 2018 - Cincinnati 86 vs. East Carolina 60
  • Jan 15, 2017 - Cincinnati 55 vs. East Carolina 46
  • Feb 27, 2016 - Cincinnati 65 vs. East Carolina 56
  • Feb 13, 2016 - Cincinnati 75 vs. East Carolina 60

Injury Report for Cincinnati

  • Rob Banks: Game-Time Decision (Knee)

Injury Report for East Carolina

  • Brandon Suggs: Game-Time Decision (Suspension)
  • Wynston Tabbs: Out for the Season (Knee)