NEWSLETTER
The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders (18-13, 11-9 C-USA) will look to continue a seven-game home winning streak when they square off against the Charlotte 49ers (18-13, 9-11 C-USA) on March 9, 2023 at FORD CENTER AT THE STAR.
On Saturday, in its most recent game, Charlotte lost to UAB 93-91 in OT. With 32 points, Brice Williams was its high scorer. On Saturday, in its last game, Middle Tennessee fell to UTEP 77-65. With 13 points, Elias King was its top scorer.
When is Charlotte vs. Middle Tennessee and when does it start?
This game between the 49ers and Blue Raiders will happen on Thursday, March 9, 2023. Expect to see the opening tip at 7:00 PM ET.
Where to Watch Charlotte vs. Middle Tennessee
The 49ers and Blue Raiders will take to the court at FORD CENTER AT THE STAR for this matchup on March 9, and if you want to catch the matchup live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on ESPN+.
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Charlotte 49ers vs. Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Game Preview
Charlotte Stats, Odds & Insights
Charlotte is outscoring opponents by 4.2 points per game with a +128 scoring differential overall. It puts up 66.8 points per game (305th in college basketball) and allows 62.6 per outing (22nd in college basketball).
The 49ers average just 1.0 fewer point than the Blue Raiders allow (67.8).
Charlotte hits 8.0 three-pointers per game (111th in college basketball), while its opponents have made 7.1 on average.
The 49ers are posting 70.3 points per game at home. In away games, they are averaging 64.6 points per contest.
In its last 10 games, Charlotte has been putting up 64.2 points per game, an average that’s slightly lower than the 66.8 it has scored over the course of the 2022-23 season.
Middle Tennessee Stats, Odds & Insights
Middle Tennessee outscores opponents by 2.6 points per game (posting 70.4 points per game, 204th in college basketball, and conceding 67.8 per outing, 113th in college basketball) and has a +79 scoring differential.
The Blue Raiders’ 70.4 points per game are 7.8 more than the 49ers allow.
Middle Tennessee knocks down 7.0 three-pointers per game (231st in college basketball) at a 33.9% rate (196th in college basketball), compared to the 6.4 its opponents make, shooting 35.7% from deep.
The Blue Raiders are scoring more points at home (72.2 per game) than away (68.6).
While Middle Tennessee is averaging 70.4 points per game in 2022-23, it has bettered that mark in its last 10 games, amassing 72.1 a contest.
49ers Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brice Williams | 31 | 13.5 | 5.0 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 1.6 |
| Aly Khalifa | 29 | 11.8 | 6.5 | 2.6 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 1.3 |
| Lu’Cye Patterson | 31 | 9.6 | 3.4 | 2.9 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 0.7 |
| Igor Milicic Jr. | 30 | 7.9 | 4.4 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 1.1 |
| Montre’ Gipson | 31 | 7.4 | 3.6 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 1.2 |
Blue Raiders Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eli Lawrence | 31 | 12.3 | 4.1 | 1.4 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 1.7 |
| DeAndre Dishman | 31 | 10.4 | 5.5 | 2.1 | 1.2 | 0.6 | 0.0 |
| Camryn Weston | 31 | 10.4 | 4.6 | 2.7 | 1.3 | 0.1 | 0.6 |
| Elias King | 31 | 9.2 | 3.9 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 1.6 |
| Teafale Lenard | 31 | 8.6 | 4.1 | 1.8 | 1.6 | 1.9 | 0.6 |
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