Wofford vs. Clemson Prediction and Odds: Terriers a Live Road Underdog

Wofford plays their first Division I opponent on Friday night, a road matchup against Clemson.

This will be a clash of styles as Brad Brownell's Tigers like to value the ball, stick in man-to-man and make this game into a slog. On the other hand the mid-major Terriers like to hoist from deep, which can be problematic for Clemson on Friday night.

How should we handicap this matchup of two South Carolina schools? Before we do, let's check out the odds, courtesy of WynnBET Sportsbook.

Wofford vs. Clemson Odds, Spread and Total

Spread:

• Wofford: +7 (-115)
• Clemson: -7 (-105)

Moneyline:

• Wofford: +240
• Clemson: -310

Total: 130.5 (Over -110/Under -110)

Wofford vs. Clemson Pick and Prediction

Wofford is a nightmare matchup for Clemson, who is trying to play games in the 60's. The Tigers played at a bottom 30 pace last season, got to the line at a low rate, and had a 50% effective field goal percentage.

However, the team scratched to a 16-8 record and an NCAA Tournament appearance with a top 20 defense, per KenPom.

Wofford is cool playing at a slow tempo, 291st last season, but they are much more efficient on offense, 21st in effective field goal percentage.

Despite poor offensive numbers and great defensive ones, a lot of it comes from Brownell's philosophy. The Tigers placed in the top 50 in three-point rate and allowed three's at a top 50 rate too, but neither side could hit shots due to the Tigers physical in-your-face defense. This could spell trouble against Wofford, though, who was No. 1 in three-point rate last season and can free up shooters with their off-ball motion.

Schematically, the Terriers are the exact matchup to foil Clemson's rock fight defense. This is too many points to give early in the season and I can see the visitors stunning the ACC hosts with their outside shooting.

PICK: Wofford +7 (-110)