The Little Rock Trojans (17-7, 11-2 SBC) welcome the Arkansas State Red Wolves (15-9, 7-6 SBC) to Jack Stephens Center. The Trojans look to prolong their six-game winning streak. The game begins at 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.
Arkansas State Red Wolves at Little Rock Trojans Betting Odds
In their last game, the Trojans were victorious over the Appalachian State Mountaineers, 93-86, while the Red Wolves fell to the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers, 83-77.
The Trojans had a fantastic offensive rebounding percentage of 39.1 (above their season average of 31.5), while the Mountaineers had a turnover percentage of 23.0 (above their season average of 17.2). Arkansas State, on the other hand, did a terrific job of getting to and converting from the free throw line (39-54; 72.2 percent). Markquis Nowell played well for Little Rock with 17 points and 13 assists. Arkansas State rallied around Caleb Fields, who contributed 21 points.
The Red Wolves dominated this series last year, securing victories in both contests. In the most recent game, Arkansas State won 72-65. Getting to the charity stripe was one of Arkansas State’s largest advantages. They made 37 trips to the line, while Little Rock went just 19 times. This is the first time these teams will battle this year.
The upper-echelon offense of Little Rock (60th in the NCAA with an effective field goal percentage 0.528) will go head-to-head against the bottom-tier defense of Arkansas State (294th in effective field goal percentage allowed 0.519). The Trojans should have the edge on that end of the court.
Arkansas State Red Wolves vs. Little Rock Trojans Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Little Rock, ATS Winner – Little Rock, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Arkansas State ranks 35th in three pointers allowed per game (18.8) while Little Rock ranks 180th (22.8).
- The Trojans rank 196th in rebounds per game (34.6) while the Red Wolves rank 264th (32.5).
- Arkansas State averages 6.9 steals per game, which ranks 93rd in the country. Little Rock ranks 140th in steals allowed per game (6.8).
- The Trojans rank 28th in assists allowed per game (10.4) while the Red Wolves rank 170th (13.5).
- Arkansas State ranks second in blocks allowed per game (1.8) while Little Rock ranks 82nd (3.1).
Bettings Trends:
- The Red Wolves’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 2.4, up from 0.2 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Trojans have scored an average of 83.2 points per game (11.2 above their season average) and allowed an average of 71.2 points per game (3.9 above their season average).
