Alabama State Hornets vs. Alcorn State Braves ATS Prediction 01/27/20

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The Alabama State Hornets (3-16, 2-4 SWAC) will be at David L. Whitney Gymnasium to challenge the Alcorn State Braves (9-9, 5-2 SWAC) in a SWAC matchup. The game begins at 8:30 p.m. ET on Monday, January 27, 2020.

Alabama State Hornets at Alcorn State Braves Betting Odds

In their last outing, the Braves won a close one over the Alabama A&M Bulldogs, 59-58, while the Hornets lost to the Southern University Jaguars, 80-71.

One of Alcorn State’s largest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 12-13 (92.3 percent), while the Bulldogs were just 4-5 (80.0 percent). Alabama State, meanwhile, held Southern University to an offensive rebounding percentage of 15.8 (below their season average of 33.5). Maurice Howard had a solid outing for Alcorn State with 19 points. Meanwhile, Alabama State was led by Tobi Ewuosho, who had 26 points and six rebounds.

This series was highly contested last year, as the teams split their two games last season. In the most recent matchup, the Braves won 74-69. The Braves’ 37.8 offensive rebounding percentage was their largest strength over the Hornets, who had a rate of 28.6. This is the first time these teams will go head-to-head this year.

This game should be a showdown of conflicting paces. Alcorn State likes to play up-tempo (30th in possessions per game), while Alabama State is methodical (206th in possessions per game).

Alabama State Hornets at Alcorn State Braves Free Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Alcorn State, ATS Winner – Alcorn State, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Alcorn State ranks 36th in rebounds per game (39.4) while Alabama State ranks 277th (29.8).
  • The Braves average 3.1 blocks per game, which ranks 125th in the country. The Hornets rank 139th in blocks allowed per game (3.8).
  • Alcorn State averages 25.6 three pointers per game, which ranks 51st in the nation. Alabama State ranks 61st in three pointers allowed per game (19.6).
  • The Braves rank 75th in assists per game (14.4) while the Hornets rank 269th (9.5).
  • Alcorn State ranks 19th in steals per game (8.9) while Alabama State ranks 144th (6.2).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Braves have scored an average of 79.6 points per game (5.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 66.0 points per game (2.6 below their season average).
  • The Hornets’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 0.8, down from 15.3 for the season.