The South Dakota State Jackrabbits (3-0), 14.5-point underdogs, try to stay unbeaten when they take on the USC Trojans (2-0) at Galen Center. The game’s Over/Under (O/U) has been set at 148 points and it is scheduled to start at 10 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 12, 2019.
South Dakota State Jackrabbits vs. USC Trojans ATS Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Trojans defeated the Portland Pilots 76-65, while the Jackrabbits edged the Bakersfield Roadrunners 93-91.
The Jackrabbits had a much better free throw rate (0.381 vs. 0.202) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.548 vs. 0.440). The Trojans, on the other hand, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (48.6 vs. 26.5) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.574 vs. 0.527). Onyeka Okongwu played a key role for USC with 20 points and 10 rebounds. South Dakota State, meanwhile, was led by Douglas Wilson, who recorded 26 points and 13 rebounds.
USC could have trouble getting to the free throw line in this meeting. The Trojans rank 331st in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.177, while South Dakota State ranks seventh in FTA rate allowed (0.166) since last season.
South Dakota State Jackrabbits at USC Trojans ATS Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Usc, ATS Winner – USC, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- South Dakota State averages 39.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 26th in the NCAA. USC ranks 282nd in rebounds allowed per game (37.5).
- The Trojans average 22.1 three pointers per game, which ranks 176th in the country. The Jackrabbits rank 308th in three pointers allowed per game (29.4).
- The Trojans rank 107th in blocks per game (3.7) while the Jackrabbits rank 263rd (2.0).
- South Dakota State averages 14.6 assists per game, which ranks 73rd in the country. USC ranks 226th in assists allowed per game (14.2).
