The Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks (2-0) will travel to the Watsco Center to go head-to-head against the Miami Hurricanes (1-0). The game will air on ESPNU at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 13, 2018.
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks vs. Miami Hurricanes ATS Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Hurricanes won big over the Lehigh Mountain Hawks 83-62, while the Lumberjacks won a close one over the Southwestern Assemblies of God Lions 68-67.
The Lumberjacks had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (37.9 vs. 27.6) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.491 vs. 0.426). The Hurricanes, meanwhile, had a much better free throw rate (0.377 vs. 0.197) and had a much better turnover percentage (12.8 vs. 20.4). Miami received a boost from Anthony Lawrence II, who finished with 19 points and 12 rebounds. Kevon Harris had a good game for Stephen F. Austin, putting up 18 points and six rebounds.
Based on each team’s statistical profile, ball security could play an integral role in this showdown. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, Miami has committed the 59th-fewest miscues in the nation (turnover percentage of 16.8 percent), while the pesky defense of Stephen F. Austin has forced the most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 27.2 percent). It will also be a tale of two styles as the up-tempo Lumberjacks rank 37th in possessions per game, while the more methodical Hurricanes rank 254th.
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at Miami Hurricanes Odds Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Stephen F. Austin, ATS Winner – Stephen F. Austin, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Miami ranks 88th in steals allowed per game (5.7) while Stephen F. Austin ranks 254th (7.4).
- The Hurricanes rank 186th in three pointers attempted per game (21.5) while the Lumberjacks rank 279th (18.6).
- Stephen F. Austin ranks 111th in assists per game (14.4) while Miami ranks 131st in assists allowed per game (13.0).
- The Hurricanes rank 55th in blocks per game (4.2) while the Lumberjacks rank 173rd in blocks allowed per game (3.6).
- Stephen F. Austin ranks 30th in rebounds allowed per game (31.7) while Miami ranks 137th (34.3).
