Charlotte vs. Western Carolina: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch
The Charlotte 49ers (18-14) will look to stop a three-game losing streak when they host the Western Carolina Catamounts (18-15) on March 18, 2023 at Halton Arena.
On Thursday, in its last game, Charlotte lost to Middle Tennessee 66-65. With 14 points, Aly Khalifa was its high scorer. In its most recent game, Western Carolina lost to Furman on Sunday, 83-80 in OT. Its top scorer was Vonterius Woolbright with 30 points.
When is Charlotte vs. Western Carolina and when does it start?
This game between the 49ers and Catamounts is scheduled to tip off on Saturday, March 18, 2023. You should expect the opening tip at 5:30 PM ET.
Where to Watch Charlotte vs. Western Carolina
The 49ers and Catamounts will take to the hardwood at Halton Arena for this matchup on March 18, and if you would like to see the game live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on FloS.
Charlotte 49ers vs. Western Carolina Catamounts Game Preview
Charlotte Stats, Odds & Insights
Charlotte outscores opponents by 3.9 points per game (scoring 66.7 per game to rank 307th in college basketball while allowing 62.8 per outing to rank 23rd in college basketball) and has a +127 scoring differential overall.
The 49ers are averaging 66.7 points, just 4.2 fewer than the 70.9 the Catamounts allow.
Charlotte knocks down 8.0 three-pointers per game (112th in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 7.1. It shoots 37.7% from deep while its opponents hit 34.1% from long range.
Offensively, the 49ers have performed better at home this season, scoring 70.3 points per game, compared to 64.6 per game on the road.
Charlotte’s offense has been worse over its last 10 games, scoring 65.3 points a contest compared to the 66.7 it has averaged this year.
Western Carolina Stats, Odds & Insights
Western Carolina outscores opponents by 3.6 points per game (posting 74.5 points per game, 115th in college basketball, and conceding 70.9 per contest, 203rd in college basketball) and has a +117 scoring differential.
The Catamounts put up 11.7 more points per game (74.5) than the 49ers concede (62.8).
Western Carolina makes 8.7 three-pointers per game (56th in college basketball) at a 34.5% rate (169th in college basketball), compared to the 5.6 per game its opponents make, at a 32.9% rate.
At home, the Catamounts average 78.9 points per game. On the road, they score 67.7.
Western Carolina is scoring 73.9 points per contest over its previous 10 games, which is 0.6 fewer points than its average for the season (74.5).
49ers Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brice Williams | 32 | 13.4 | 5.0 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 1.6 |
| Aly Khalifa | 30 | 11.9 | 6.5 | 2.7 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 1.4 |
| Lu’Cye Patterson | 32 | 9.8 | 3.4 | 2.8 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 0.7 |
| Igor Milicic Jr. | 31 | 7.8 | 4.3 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 1.1 |
| Montre’ Gipson | 32 | 7.5 | 3.6 | 2.0 | 1.1 | 0.0 | 1.2 |
Catamounts Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tre Jackson | 32 | 16.0 | 3.8 | 1.7 | 1.1 | 0.1 | 3.5 |
| Tyzhaun Claude | 30 | 15.4 | 8.6 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 0.8 | 0.1 |
| Vonterius Woolbright | 32 | 14.8 | 7.5 | 5.0 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Russell Jones | 33 | 9.2 | 2.5 | 2.2 | 1.5 | 0.0 | 1.7 |
| Bernard Pelote | 30 | 5.4 | 3.2 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 1.4 |
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