Match Analysis: Florida Atlantic Owls vs Charleston Cougars – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-08
- Time: 11:00 PM UTC
- Location: Liberty Arena
Game Overview
Florida Atlantic Owls host the Charleston Cougars in a non-conference NCAAB matchup. Both teams are coming off contrasting results in their previous outings, with FAU securing a home overtime win and Charleston suffering a road loss. The game is expected to be competitive, with both teams featuring strong individual performers and a recent history of high-scoring, close encounters.
Key Factors to Consider
- Florida Atlantic Owls started the season strong with an 83-78 overtime win at home against Boston College, showing resilience and offensive capability. Charleston Cougars lost 90-75 on the road to Liberty, struggling defensively and failing to contain their opponent's scoring. FAU appears to have better home form, while Charleston has shown vulnerability away from home.
- The most recent meeting between these teams was a high-scoring overtime thriller, with Charleston edging FAU 119-116. This suggests a competitive matchup with a tendency for close games and potential for extra periods. Both teams have shown the ability to score in bunches, but also to allow points.
- No significant injuries have been reported for either team, so both squads are expected to field their strongest lineups.
- The game is being played at Liberty Arena, which is a neutral site. This could slightly reduce the home-court advantage for FAU, but both teams are familiar with the venue. Weather and travel are not expected to be factors.
- Both teams are looking to build momentum early in the season. FAU will be motivated to bounce back from their recent loss to Charleston and prove their home form. Charleston will be eager to secure a win after their road defeat and maintain their competitive edge.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Charleston Cougars: 184, Florida Atlantic Owls: -225 | Florida Atlantic Owls | Not available |
| Spread | Charleston Cougars: 4.5 -110, Florida Atlantic Owls: -4.5 -110 | Florida Atlantic Owls -4.5 | Not available |
| Over/under | Over: 160.5 -110, Under: 160.5 -110 | Over 160.5 | Not available |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Florida Atlantic Owls -0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 160.5 5% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 160.5 at 5% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 5.5% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Florida Atlantic Owls are favored to win this matchup, but the game is expected to be close. The spread suggests a narrow margin, and the over/under line indicates a potential for a high-scoring game. Given the recent history and current form, FAU is likely to cover the spread and win outright, but Charleston could keep it close.
Predicted Score: Florida Atlantic Owls 82, Charleston Cougars 79