The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs (15-9, 5-6 CUSA) travel to Reed Green Coliseum to clash against the Southern Miss Golden Eagles (14-9, 6-5 CUSA). The Bulldogs can put an end to a six-game road losing streak. Action starts at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 9, 2019.
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs at Southern Miss Golden Eagles Betting Odds
In their last game, the Golden Eagles barely escaped the Florida Atlantic Owls, 74-72, while the Bulldogs fell to the FIU Golden Panthers, 75-69.
The Golden Eagles were 7-9 from the foul line (77.8 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.644 (above their season average of 0.527). Louisiana Tech, meanwhile, had a better offensive rebounding percentage (27.9 vs. 25.0). Southern Miss was led by Cortez Edwards, who contributed 22 points, six steals and five assists. Anthony Duruji was a key piece for Louisiana Tech with 16 points and 14 rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Duruji led the Bulldogs to a 71-56 victory. He was the game’s leading scorer with 23 points. Louisiana Tech’s 0.158 free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Southern Miss, who had a rate of 0.098.
Southern Miss should have the advantage on the defensive side of the ball. The Golden Eagles currently rank 56th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.475), while Louisiana Tech is 206th in effective field goal percentage (0.506).
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs at Southern Miss Golden Eagles Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Southern Miss, ATS Winner – Southern Miss, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Louisiana Tech ranks 119th in three pointers allowed per game (21.8) while Southern Miss ranks 271st (27.0).
- The Bulldogs rank 86th in rebounds per game (37.2) while the Golden Eagles rank 204th in rebounds allowed per game (36.4).
- Southern Miss ranks 49th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Louisiana Tech ranks 104th (3.4).
- The Golden Eagles rank 12th in assists per game (17.2) while the Bulldogs rank 154th in assists allowed per game (13.4).
- Southern Miss ranks 39th in steals per game (7.7) while Louisiana Tech ranks 160th (5.7).
Bettings Trends:
- The Golden Eagles’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 10.2, up from 8.3 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 64.2 points per game (9.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 65.8 points per game (2.1 below their season average).
