Furman Paladins vs Samford Bulldogs Picks and Predictions for Saturday March 7 2026
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The Furman Paladins face the Samford Bulldogs in the SoCon Championship – Quarterfinal on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the Harrah’s Cherokee Center in Asheville, North Carolina. Tip-off is scheduled for 6:00 PM ET and the game will be streamed on ESPN+. At the time of this writing the odds were not released for this matchup. Be sure to also check out our free college basketball picks for more expert predictions and daily betting insight.
Furman Hoping to Find Consistency in Tournament Play
Furman enters the SoCon Tournament quarterfinal with a 19-12 overall record and a 10-8 mark in conference play. The Paladins have shown flashes of strong play throughout the season but have struggled to maintain consistency down the stretch. In their last five games, Furman has recently lost to Western Carolina and ETSU while picking up wins over The Citadel, Wofford, and VMI.
The Paladins average 76.0 points per game while allowing 70.3 points per contest, and they shoot 47% from the field this season. Furman also averages 38.5 rebounds and 15.9 assists per game, showing a balanced offense that relies on ball movement and spacing to create scoring opportunities.
Defensively, Furman focuses on rebounding and disciplined half-court defense. The Paladins average 3.4 blocks and 4.7 steals per game, and their ability to control the boards has helped them stay competitive in close games. However, they will need to limit turnovers and defensive breakdowns to advance in tournament play.
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Samford Bulldogs Bringing Offensive Firepower
Samford enters the SoCon Tournament quarterfinal with an 18-13 overall record and an 11-7 conference record, and the Bulldogs have been playing solid basketball in recent weeks. Samford has picked up several important wins late in the season and will look to continue that momentum in the tournament. In their last five games, the Bulldogs have recently won over UNC Greensboro, VMI, The Citadel, and ETSU while suffering a loss to Mercer.
The Bulldogs average 78.8 points per game while allowing 74.9 points per contest, and they shoot 45% from the field this season. Samford also averages 36.5 rebounds and 14.9 assists per game, showing an offense capable of pushing the pace and creating scoring opportunities in transition.
Samford’s biggest strength is their ability to score in bunches. While their defense can be inconsistent at times, the Bulldogs average nearly 79 points per game and often rely on offensive runs to swing momentum. Their aggressive offensive style could create a high-tempo matchup against Furman.
Furman Paladins vs Samford Bulldogs Pick
Furman Paladins vs Samford Bulldogs Pick
- Pick: Samford Bulldogs - Spread
Samford enters this tournament matchup with a slight edge thanks to their offensive production and recent form. The Bulldogs have been able to generate consistent scoring and have won four of their last five games heading into the tournament. Furman has shown flashes of strong play but has struggled with consistency, particularly defensively against high-scoring teams. Samford’s ability to push the tempo should help them create separation.
Furman Paladins vs Samford Bulldogs Total Pick
- Pick: Over the Total
I like the over in this matchup because Samford tends to push the pace offensively and their games often feature higher scoring totals. With the Bulldogs averaging nearly 79 points per game and Furman capable of contributing offensively, this matchup has the potential to turn into a back-and-forth scoring contest.
Final Score Prediction: Samford Bulldogs 81, Furman Paladins 74
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