Winthrop at High Point

Winthrop leads the Big South (12-4), but right behind is this High Point (11-5) squad by one game, along with an 18-9 overall mark. High Point has won four in a row in impressive fashion, #2 in the Big South in points scored (77.1 points per game) and #4 in scoring defense. They are also #1 in free throws (75%), three-point shooting (39.4%), and scoring margin (+8). Winthrop may be in first place, but the defense has been slipping, allowing 80 or more points in four of the last five games. That included an 88-77 defeat at Liberty. Winthrop now ranks last in the Big South in points allowed, surrendering 76.6 points per game. This is Senior Night for High Point at home and is a big showdown. And High Point has won seven of the past nine meetings, so grab the home team to win the game straight up. Play High Point on the moneyline.