The Sam Houston State Bearkats (13-8, 8-0 SthLnd) and the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks (11-8, 4-3 SthLnd) battle at Johnson Coliseum. The Bearkats will attempt to prolong their nine-game winning streak. The game will air on ESPN 3 at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 2, 2019.
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks vs. Sam Houston State Bearkats ATS Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Bearkats defeated the Southeastern Louisiana Lions 62-52, while the Lumberjacks beat the Central Arkansas Bears 105-99.
Stephen F. Austin played a nearly perfect game. They had a fantastic offensive rebounding percentage of 38.5 (above their season average of 33.8) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.587 (above their season average of 0.500). Central Arkansas put up marks of 27.3 and 0.535, respectively, for those same stats. Meanwhile, Sam Houston State played a nearly perfect game. They had an offensive rebounding percentage of 21.6 (below their season average of 30.1) and a turnover percentage of 15.2 (better than their season average of 15.3). Southeastern Louisiana had marks of 10.7 and 28.0, respectively, for those same stats. R.J. Smith had a solid performance for Sam Houston State, contributing 15 points. Meanwhile, Kevon Harris fueled Stephen F. Austin with 33 points, 16 rebounds and five assists.
The Lumberjacks dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the most recent game, Stephen F. Austin won 65-53. Stephen F. Austin had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.491 vs. 0.330). Sam Houston State, meanwhile, had a much better free throw rate (0.340 vs. 0.158). This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
Looking at effective field goal percentage, Sam Houston State figures to have a significant edge. The Bearkats defense ranks 81st in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.481), while the Stephen F. Austin offense is ranked 218th in effective field goal percentage (0.505). Furthermore, the Lumberjacks rank 340th in turnover percentage (23.2 percent), while the Bearkats rank 17th in opponents’ turnover percentage (23.7 percent).
Stephen F. Austin at Sam Houston State Free Pick
Free Prediction: SU Winner – Sam Houston State, ATS Winner – Sam Houston State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Sam Houston State ranks 70th in three pointers attempted per game (25.0) while Stephen F. Austin ranks 243rd (19.5).
- The Lumberjacks rank 150th in rebounds per game (35.7) while the Bearkats rank 178th in rebounds allowed per game (35.7).
- Stephen F. Austin ranks 48th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Sam Houston State ranks 74th (3.1).
- The Bearkats average 15.4 assists per game, which ranks 50th in the nation. The Lumberjacks rank 217th in assists allowed per game (14.9).
- Sam Houston State ranks 33rd in steals allowed per game (5.3) while Stephen F. Austin ranks 172nd (7.4).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Lumberjacks have scored an average of 72.0 points per game (1.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 71.8 points per game (1.7 above their season average).
- The Bearkats’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 12.4, up from 5.3 for the season.
