The Tulane Green Wave (7-1) meet the Saint Louis Billikens (7-1) at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The game starts at 1:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 8, 2019.
Tulane Green Wave vs. Saint Louis Billikens ATS Odds
Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Billikens defeated the Southern Illinois Salukis 69-60, while the Green Wave beat the Southern Miss Golden Eagles 61-56.
The Green Wave knocked down 16 of their 21 free throws (76.2 percent) and held the Golden Eagles to an effective field goal percentage of 0.434 (below their season average of 0.495). The Billikens, meanwhile, held the Salukis to an offensive rebounding percentage of 12.9 (below their season average of 18.3) and had a free throw rate of 0.291 (above their season average of 0.207). Jordan Goodwin had a good game for Saint Louis, finishing with 14 points and 19 rebounds. Meanwhile, Tulane was led by Teshaun Hightower, who finished with 13 points and 10 rebounds.
When considering effective field goal percentage, Saint Louis should have a noteworthy advantage. Since last season, the Billikens defense ranks 59th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.466), while the Tulane offense ranks 274th in effective field goal percentage (0.483).
Tulane vs. Saint Louis Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Saint Louis, ATS Winner – Saint Louis, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Saint Louis ranks 18th in rebounds per game (40.2) while Tulane ranks 272nd in rebounds allowed per game (37.9).
- The Billikens average 7.3 steals per game, which ranks 79th in the country. The Green Wave rank 199th in steals allowed per game (7.0).
- Saint Louis averages 4.2 blocks per game, which ranks 59th in the nation. Tulane ranks 133rd in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
- The Billikens rank 79th in three pointers allowed per game (20.5) while the Green Wave rank 259th (24.5).
- Saint Louis ranks 114th in assists allowed per game (12.3) while Tulane ranks 253rd (14.6).
