Winthrop vs UNC-Asheville Picks and Prediction – 1/18/2025

This Saturday, Kelton Talford and the Winthrop Eagles will travel to Kimmel Arena to take on Jordan Marsh and UNC Asheville in a pivotal Big South Conference matchup. Get our free NCAAB Picks all season long! The Eagles enter the game with a 13-7 record, coming off an intense 102-97 overtime victory against Charleston Southern on Wednesday. Talford has been a dominant force for Winthrop, providing consistent scoring and rebounding while leading the Eagles in close contests.

Winthrop has thrived on its offensive firepower, but defensive adjustments will be key against a UNC Asheville squad that has shown resilience in high-scoring battles. Talford will need to set the tone early, while the Eagles focus on limiting turnovers and controlling the tempo.

UNC Asheville, with a 12-6 record, is also riding the momentum of a thrilling 93-92 victory against USC Upstate. Marsh has been instrumental for Asheville, using his scoring ability and playmaking to keep the Bulldogs competitive. Asheville has excelled in tight games, showing an ability to execute under pressure.

For UNC Asheville, containing Talford and maintaining their offensive efficiency will be critical. Marsh will look to lead the charge, while Asheville’s defense must step up to slow down Winthrop’s high-scoring attack.

This matchup features Talford’s interior dominance for Winthrop against Marsh’s clutch play for UNC Asheville in what promises to be another exciting conference showdown. While both sides have the ability to win in a close game, Winthrop’s recent momentum and Talford’s impact in the paint could give them the edge. Final Score Prediction, Winthrop Eagles win 84-80.