The college basketball Madness has begun, and conference tournaments are in full swing, with several automatic bids on the line tonight. Fans can witness potential Cinderella teams earn their ticket to the big dance as smaller conferences feature heavily on the schedule. One game that stands out from a betting perspective is the Southern Conference Championship clash between Furman and Chattanooga. Last year, these two teams met in the conference championship with the automatic bid at stake, and Chattanooga clinched with a buzzer-beater. Let’s get into the Furman-Chattanooga pick and Southern Conference Championship prediction.
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Southern Conference Championship Prediction: Furman-Chattanooga
Furman is the favorite in the market, with a 6-point advantage over Chattanooga. The team’s impressive 26-7 record, along with its experience and four double-digit scorers, makes it a strong contender. Despite narrowly avoiding defeat in overtime against Western Carolina yesterday, Furman is expected to put forth its best effort in the upcoming game.
Meanwhile, Chattanooga faces its fourth consecutive day of playing. Its high-octane offense that relies heavily on 3-pointers poses a significant threat. However, the challenge of playing four days in a row is taxing, even with the return of star player Jake Stephens from injury. In comparison, Furman’s veteran and experienced team has the added motivation of seeking redemption against the team that beat them last year in the conference championship. A full 40-minute effort by Furman should secure them a comfortable ticket to the NCAA Tournament.
Ben’s College Basketball Best Bet: Furman -6 (-110 on DraftKings)
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