The Alabama State Hornets (2-15, 1-3 SWAC) meet the Alabama A&M Bulldogs (5-10, 2-2 SWAC) at Bill Harris Arena. The game begins at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 18, 2020.
Alabama State Hornets vs. Alabama A&M Bulldogs ATS Odds
Both teams lost in their last game. The Bulldogs fell to the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils, 72-66, while the Hornets were defeated by the UAPB Golden Lions, 61-56.
Alabama State had an offensive rebounding percentage of 37.5 (above their season average of 22.4) while Alabama A&M had an offensive rebounding percentage of 37.5 (above their season average of 24.3). Cameron Tucker played a key role for Alabama A&M with 13 points and seven rebounds. Meanwhile, Alabama State was lifted by Tobi Ewuosho, who contributed 19 points and nine rebounds.
The Hornets dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the last matchup, Alabama State won 68-62. Alabama State’s free throw rate was their biggest strength over Alabama A&M. The Hornets had a rate of 0.333, while the Bulldogs posted a mark of 0.086. This is the first time these teams will battle this year.
There’s a decent chance that Alabama State struggles to create turnovers. Alabama A&M ranks 11th in the country at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 15.5 percent), while Alabama State forces the 172nd-most turnovers (19.9 percent).
Alabama State Hornets vs. Alabama A&M Bulldogs Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Alabama A&M, ATS Winner – Alabama A&M, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Alabama A&M ranks 48th in steals allowed per game (5.6) while Alabama State ranks 157th (7.2).
- The Bulldogs rank 178th in rebounds per game (34.9) while the Hornets rank 274th (30.2).
- Alabama A&M ranks 207th in assists per game (11.5) while Alabama State ranks 250th (9.5).
Bettings Trends:
- The Bulldogs’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 4.6, down from 10.8 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Hornets have scored an average of 65.2 points per game (5.7 above their season average) and allowed an average of 74.4 points per game (2.2 below their season average).
