The South Alabama Jaguars (10-7, 3-3 SBC) will be at the Jack Stephens Center to go head-to-head with the Little Rock Trojans (11-6, 5-1 SBC) in a SBC matchup. Action begins at 5:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 11, 2020.
South Alabama Jaguars at Little Rock Trojans Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Trojans lost to the Troy Trojans, 76-71, while the Jaguars beat the Arkansas State Red Wolves, 75-59.
South Alabama dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a ridiculous free throw rate of 0.521 (above their season average of 0.278) and a turnover percentage of 13.6 (better than their season average of 15.7). Arkansas State was 0.217 and 25.8, respectively, for those same stats. Little Rock, on the other hand, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 41.3 (above their season average of 32.4). Ruot Monyyong put together a good outing for Little Rock with 16 points and 15 rebounds. Meanwhile, Josh Ajayi had a solid performance for South Alabama, contributing 20 points and 11 rebounds.
The Trojans dominated this series last year, securing victories in both games. In the last game, Little Rock won 73-68. Getting to the charity stripe was one of Little Rock’s largest advantages. They made 36 trips to the line, while South Alabama went 29 times. This is the first time these teams will battle this year.
The offensive glass could be a huge edge for Little Rock in this contest. The Trojans currently rank 58th in offensive rebounding percentage (33.2 percent), while South Alabama ranks 290th in defensive rebounding percentage (69.1 percent).
South Alabama Jaguars vs. Little Rock Trojans Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Little Rock, ATS Winner – Little Rock, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- South Alabama ranks 45th in blocks per game (4.4) while Little Rock ranks 138th (2.7).
- The Jaguars rank 47th in steals allowed per game (5.6) while the Trojans rank 83rd (6.2).
- South Alabama ranks 237th in three pointers attempted per game (18.1) while Little Rock ranks 262nd (16.4).
- The Trojans rank sixth in rebounds allowed per game (29.2) while the Jaguars rank 90th (33.6).
- Little Rock ranks 48th in assists allowed per game (10.8) while South Alabama ranks 131st (12.8).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Trojans have scored an average of 76.6 points per game (6.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 74.4 points per game (6.6 above their season average).
- The Jaguars’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 8.0, up from 4.2 for the season.
