A six-game home winning streak hangs in the balance for the Richmond Spiders (7-1) when they square off with the South Alabama Jaguars (5-3) at Robins Center. The game gets underway at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 8, 2019.
South Alabama Jaguars vs. Richmond Spiders Betting Odds
In their last matchup, the Spiders were victorious over the Hampton Pirates, 80-63, while the Jaguars lost to the La Salle Explorers, 81-76.
Richmond played a perfect game. They had a free throw rate of 0.228 (above their season average of 0.159) and a turnover percentage of 9.7 (better than their season average of 15.0). Hampton was 0.148 and 12.7, respectively, for those same stats. South Alabama, meanwhile, had a better turnover percentage (15.9 vs. 18.9). Jacob Gilyard played a key role for Richmond with 18 points and 10 assists. South Alabama was lifted by Trhae Mitchell, who had 12 points, seven rebounds and five blocks.
The Spiders won the only game between these two teams last season, 91-82. Making free throws was one of Richmond’s largest strengths. They were 20-23 (87.0 percent), while the Jaguars were just 7-14 (50.0 percent).
Richmond could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their elite offense faces off against one of the worst defenses in the NCAA. The Spiders rank 31st in effective field goal percentage (0.547), while South Alabama ranks 272nd in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.514) dating back to last season.
South Alabama Jaguars at Richmond Spiders Betting Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – South Alabama, ATS Winner – South Alabama, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Richmond averages 16.1 assists per game, which ranks 24th in the country. South Alabama ranks 185th in assists allowed per game (13.3).
- The Jaguars rank 42nd in blocks per game (4.4) while the Spiders rank 164th (3.0).
- South Alabama ranks 282nd in rebounds per game (32.3) while Richmond ranks 309th (30.0).
