Grambling State Tigers at Jackson State Tigers Betting Prediction 02/23/19

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The Grambling State Tigers (13-13, 7-6 SWAC) will be at the Williams Center to go head-to-head against the Jackson State Tigers (9-17, 6-7 SWAC) in a SWAC matchup. Action begins at 6:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019.

Grambling State Tigers vs. Jackson State Tigers Betting Odds

Both teams were beaten in their last matchup. Jackson State fell to the Texas Southern Tigers, 77-65, while Grambling State was defeated by the Prairie View A&M Panthers, 92-87.

Grambling State had a free throw rate of 0.528 (above their season average of 0.284) while Jackson State forced Texas Southern into a turnover percentage of 25.0 (above their season average of 16.5). Venjie Wallis put together a good performance for Jackson State with 14 points, five rebounds and five assists. Prince Moss, meanwhile had a good outing for Grambling State, finishing with 26 points and nine rebounds.

In their first matchup this year, Chris Howell led Jackson State to a 65-63 win. He recorded a double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds. Jackson State had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (50.0 vs. 17.2). Grambling State, on the other hand, had a much better free throw rate (0.405 vs. 0.200).

Grambling State Tigers vs. Jackson State Tigers Betting Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Jackson State, ATS Winner – Jackson State, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Grambling State ranks 26th in blocks per game (4.7) while Jackson State ranks 165th in blocks allowed per game (4.2).
  • Grambling State ranks 199th in assists per game (12.4) while Jackson State ranks 257th (10.7).
  • Jackson State ranks 266th in three pointers attempted per game (18.5) while Grambling State ranks 288th (16.2).
  • Grambling State averages 39.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 31st in the country. Jackson State ranks 166th in rebounds allowed per game (35.2).
  • Grambling State averages 6.2 steals per game, which ranks 128th in the NCAA. Jackson State ranks 199th in steals allowed per game (7.7).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, Grambling State has scored an average of 75.0 points per game (3.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 65.6 points per game (3.2 below their season average).
  • Jackson State’s average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 7.0, up from 6.1 for the season.