The Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks (5-4) will travel to the Ferrell Center to go head-to-head with the Baylor Bears (6-3). The game begins at 8:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, December 18, 2018.
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks vs. Baylor Bears ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Bears lost a winnable game to the Texas Southern Tigers, 72-69, while the Lumberjacks were victorious over 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). Baylor, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (47.7 vs. 38.7). Baylor’s King McClure played well, contributing 23 points, five rebounds and five assists. Shannon Bogues, meanwhile played a pivotal role for Stephen F. Austin with 21 points and six assists.
From an effective field goal percentage perspective, Baylor should have a substantial edge. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, the Bears defense ranks 25th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.473), while the Stephen F. Austin offense ranks 225th in effective field goal percentage (0.536).
Stephen F. Austin at Baylor Odds Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Baylor, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Baylor ranks 50th in assists allowed per game (14.0) while Stephen F. Austin ranks 204th (13.4).
- The Lumberjacks rank 21st in rebounds allowed per game (31.9) while the Bears rank 65th (32.3).
- The Bears average 18.9 three pointers per game, which ranks 129th in the NCAA. The Lumberjacks rank 222nd in three pointers allowed per game (20.9).
- Baylor ranks fourth in blocks per game (4.9) while Stephen F. Austin ranks 51st (3.3).
