The Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks (5-3) will travel to Fant-Ewing Coliseum to clash with the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks (4-4). The game starts at 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 15, 2018.
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks ATS Odds
Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Warhawks defeated the Jackson State Tigers 75-66, while the Lumberjacks beat the Texas Wesleyan Rams 83-71.
The Lumberjacks had a much better turnover percentage (12.7 vs. 27.2) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (44.0 vs. 29.2). Louisiana-Monroe, on the other hand, played a nearly perfect game. They had a free throw rate of 0.302 and an effective field goal percentage of 0.557. For those same stats, Jackson State recorded marks of 0.232 and 0.473, respectively. Daishon Smith played well for Louisiana-Monroe with 24 points. Meanwhile, Stephen F. Austin was led by Shannon Bogues, who put up 21 points and six assists.
The Lumberjacks won the sole game between these two teams last season, 68-65. Stephen F. Austin had a much better turnover percentage (12.5 vs. 20.7). Louisiana-Monroe, on the other hand, had a better effective field goal percentage (0.568 vs. 0.510).
The offense of Louisiana-Monroe will square off against the top-notch defense of Stephen F. Austin. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, the Warhawks rank 213th in offensive efficiency, while the Lumberjacks are 58th in defensive efficiency. The Lumberjacks should have the advantage on that side of the ball.
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks Pick
Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Louisiana-Monroe, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Louisiana-Monroe ranks 84th in three pointers attempted per game (24.3) while Stephen F. Austin ranks 246th (18.8).
- The Lumberjacks rank 112th in assists per game (14.2) while the Warhawks rank 183rd in assists allowed per game (14.2).
- Stephen F. Austin ranks 115th in blocks per game (3.3) while Louisiana-Monroe ranks 161st in blocks allowed per game (4.0).
- The Warhawks rank 35th in steals allowed per game (5.3) while the Lumberjacks rank 184th (7.3).
- Stephen F. Austin ranks 38th in rebounds allowed per game (31.8) while Louisiana-Monroe ranks 173rd (35.8).
