USC Upstate Spartans vs Gardner-Webb Runnin` Bulldogs predictions, Mar 04, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

7 months ago

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As the USC Upstate Spartans prepare to host the Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs on March 4, 2026, both teams will be looking to shift their recent trajectories. The Spartans come into this matchup with a mixed bag of form, having secured two victories in their last five outings. This includes tactical strengths showcased through a solid offense that averages a commendable points total, reflecting their home-court advantage.

Conversely, the Runnin’ Bulldogs have struggled significantly, failing to win any of their last five games. This dip in performance can be attributed to inconsistencies in both their defense and offensive execution, which will need to be addressed if they hope to compete effectively against a Spartan side eager to capitalize on their home environment.

The odds favor USC Upstate heavily at 1.18 for a win, while Gardner-Webb sits at 4.62, indicating a clear expectation from bookmakers regarding the outcome. Predictive analyses suggest a final score of 79-69 in favor of the Spartans, yet it is crucial to remember that basketball can be unpredictable, and both teams possess the potential to shift narratives on any given day.

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USC Upstate
79.7%

Gardner-Webb
20.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 79:69

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Betting Odds

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	1.2		4.09
	1.2		4.6
	1.19		4.03

Latest Results

28.02.26 USC Upstate Spartans basketball – Gardner-Webb Runnin` Bulldogs basketball – 71:61
26.02.26 Radford Highlanders basketball – USC Upstate Spartans basketball – 71:59
21.02.26 USC Upstate Spartans basketball – Presbyterian Blue Hose basketball – 76:74
19.02.26 Winthrop Eagles basketball – USC Upstate Spartans basketball – 68:64
14.02.26 Longwood Lancers basketball – USC Upstate Spartans basketball – 82:75 OT

28.02.26 USC Upstate Spartans basketball – Gardner-Webb Runnin` Bulldogs basketball – 71:61
26.02.26 Gardner-Webb Runnin` Bulldogs basketball – UNC-Asheville Bulldogs basketball – 71:77
19.02.26 Radford Highlanders basketball – Gardner-Webb Runnin` Bulldogs basketball – 82:70
17.02.26 Charleston Southern Buccaneers basketball – Gardner-Webb Runnin` Bulldogs basketball – 75:66
14.02.26 Gardner-Webb Runnin` Bulldogs basketball – High Point Panthers basketball – 87:112

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, USC Upstate won 1.

Recent performances by USC Upstate have been up and down (last 5 games: 2 wins).

Gardner-Webb is on a losing streak (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).

USC Upstate may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

In this match, USC Upstate is the team to beat.

In the last 18 head-to-head matches, USC Upstate won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 12 matches, and goals 1232:1353. (average 68.4:75.2).

Including home matches between the teams, USC Upstate won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 700:745. (average 70:74.5).

Latest Head To Head

28.02.26 USC Upstate Spartans basketball – Gardner-Webb Runnin` Bulldogs basketball – 71:61
23.01.26 Gardner-Webb Runnin` Bulldogs basketball – USC Upstate Spartans basketball – 67:65
05.03.25 Gardner-Webb Runnin` Bulldogs basketball – USC Upstate Spartans basketball – 83:63
15.02.25 USC Upstate Spartans basketball – Gardner-Webb Runnin` Bulldogs basketball – 87:96
18.01.25 Gardner-Webb Runnin` Bulldogs basketball – USC Upstate Spartans basketball – 97:68

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.25 (17.42%)

2. Duke Blue Devils: 4.5 (16.46%)

3. Arizona Wildcats: 5.5 (13.46%)

4. Florida Gators: 9 (8.23%)

5. Houston Cougars: 10.5 (7.05%)

6. Connecticut Huskies: 14 (5.29%)

7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 17 (4.36%)

8. Iowa State: 23 (3.22%)

9. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.39%)

10. Michigan State: 41 (1.81%)

11. Purdue Boilermakers: 41 (1.81%)

12. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 56 (1.32%)

13. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.11%)

14. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 67 (1.11%)

15. Virginia Cavaliers: 67 (1.11%)

16. Arkansas Razorbacks: 67 (1.11%)

17. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.11%)

18. St. Johns Red Storm: 81 (0.91%)

19. North Carolina: 81 (0.91%)

20. Louisville: 91 (0.81%)

21. Texas Tech: 101 (0.73%)

22. Vanderbilt Commodores: 101 (0.73%)

23. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.59%)

24. Clemson: 126 (0.59%)

25. Brigham Young: 126 (0.59%)

26. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.59%)

27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.49%)

28. St. Louis Billikens: 151 (0.49%)

29. NC State: 151 (0.49%)

30. Texas A&M: 201 (0.37%)

31. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.3%)

32. Miami (FL): 251 (0.3%)

33. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.3%)

34. UCLA: 251 (0.3%)

35. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)

36. Villanova Wildcats: 501 (0.15%)

37. Indiana Hoosiers: 501 (0.15%)

38. UCF Knights: 501 (0.15%)

39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 501 (0.15%)

40. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)

41. Auburn Tigers: 501 (0.15%)

42. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)

43. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)

44. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

45. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

46. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

47. Virginia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

48. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)

49. Baylor Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

50. Seton Hall Pirates: 1001 (0.07%)

51. West Virginia: 1001 (0.07%)

52. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

53. USC Trojans: 1001 (0.07%)

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