Don’t expect a fast-paced game when the Jackson State Tigers (1-4) travel to San Diego to play the Toreros (4-1). The game starts at 10 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 24, 2018.
Jackson State Tigers at San Diego Toreros Betting Odds
Both teams beat their last opponent. The Toreros defeated the Colorado Buffaloes 70-64, while the Tigers beat the Chicago State Cougars 81-68.
Jackson State played a nearly flawless game. They had a great offensive rebounding percentage of 31.4 (above their season average of 27.8) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.538 (above their season average of 0.396). Chicago State recorded marks of 23.8 and 0.429, respectively, for those same stats. Meanwhile, San Diego dominated nearly every stat category in their game. They had a solid free throw rate of 0.300 (above their season average of 0.152) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 37.5 (above their season average of 34.1). For those same stats, Colorado was 0.158 and 27.8, respectively. Isaiah Pineiro was a key piece for San Diego with 27 points and seven rebounds. Meanwhile, Chris Howell led the way for Jackson State, finishing with 17 points, 11 rebounds and five assists.
Half-court execution will be critical when two of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams battle. San Diego ranks 310th in possessions per game (67.0) and Jackson State is 317th (66.6) dating back to last season. Moreover, the Tigers’ 344th-ranked offense (offensive efficiency of 92.8) will face a difficult challenge against the Toreros’ 39th-ranked defense (defensive efficiency of 98.0).
Jackson State Tigers at San Diego Toreros Betting Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – San Diego, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- San Diego ranks 68th in rebounds allowed per game (32.9) while Jackson State ranks 269th (37.3).
- The Toreros average 3.9 blocks per game, which ranks 76th in the nation. The Tigers rank 168th in blocks allowed per game (3.4).
- San Diego ranks seventh in three pointers allowed per game (16.7) while Jackson State ranks 28th (19.0).
- The Toreros rank 109th in assists per game (14.4) while the Tigers rank 298th (11.0).
- Jackson State ranks 53rd in steals per game (7.3) while San Diego ranks 230th (5.4).
