The Saint Louis Billikens (11-4, 2-0 A10) will be at Tom Gola Arena to clash against the La Salle Explorers (3-11, 1-1 A10) in an A10 matchup. The game starts at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 12, 2019, and will air on NBC Sports Network.
Saint Louis Billikens at La Salle Explorers Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Explorers fell to the VCU Rams, 69-63, while the Billikens barely escaped the Massachusetts Minutemen, 65-62.
Saint Louis dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a turnover percentage of 10.4 (better than their season average of 17.4) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 38.5 (above their season average of 33.1). Massachusetts was 25.3 and 25.9, respectively, for those same stats. La Salle, meanwhile, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 34.1 (above their season average of 27.7). La Salle’s Ed Croswell had a good outing, contributing 11 points and seven rebounds. Saint Louis, meanwhile, was lifted by Hasahn French, who recorded 25 points and six rebounds.
This was a highly competitive series last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. The Billikens won the most recent contest 70-62. One of Saint Louis’ largest strengths was getting to the free throw line. They made 39 trips to the line, while La Salle went 24 times. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
La Salle might struggle to put up points as they battle against one of the NCAA’s best defenses. Saint Louis ranks 24th in defensive efficiency, while the Explorers rank 309th in offensive efficiency. Also, the Billikens, who rank 58th in offensive rebounding percentage (33.4 percent), will face off against the Explorers, who rank 278th in defensive rebounding percentage (69.1 percent).
Saint Louis at La Salle Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Saint Louis, ATS Winner – Saint Louis, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Saint Louis ranks 42nd in rebounds per game (39.4) while La Salle ranks 231st (32.5).
- The Billikens rank 26th in blocks per game (4.9) while the Explorers rank 138th (2.5).
- Saint Louis averages 8.4 steals per game, which ranks 29th in the country. La Salle ranks 104th in steals allowed per game (6.5).
- The Explorers rank 110th in three pointers attempted per game (23.5) while the Billikens rank 249th (17.8).
- Saint Louis ranks 41st in assists allowed per game (11.1) while La Salle ranks 162nd (14.2).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Billikens have scored an average of 68.2 points per game (1.0 above their season average) and allowed an average of 63.2 points per game (0.6 above their season average).
- The Explorers have outscored opponents by an average of 2.8 points in their last five games. On the season, La Salle has lost by an average of 7.0 points.
