A six-game road winning streak is on the line for the Liberty Flames (22-5, 11-1 Asun) when they challenge the North Alabama Lions (8-18, 5-6 Asun) at Flowers Hall. Action begins at 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 16, 2019.
Liberty Flames vs. North Alabama Lions Betting Odds
In their last game, the Lions fell to the North Florida Ospreys, 82-73, while the Flames defeated the Lipscomb Bisons, 74-66.
The Flames held the Bisons to an effective field goal percentage of 0.395 (below their season average of 0.566) and had a better turnover percentage (14.8 vs. 15.2). North Alabama, meanwhile, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 44.7 (above their season average of 26.3). North Alabama’s Kendarius Smith had a solid performance, putting up 24 points. Liberty rallied around Caleb Homesley, who had 12 points and 10 rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Lovell Cabbil led the Flames to a 72-47 victory. He was the game’s leading scorer with 20 points. One of Liberty’s biggest strengths was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 20-24 (83.3 percent), while the Lions were just 8-13 (61.5 percent).
North Alabama might have difficulty scoring as they battle against one of the nation’s best defenses. Liberty currently ranks 12th in defensive efficiency while the Lions rank 338th in offensive efficiency.
Liberty at North Alabama Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Liberty, ATS Winner – Liberty, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Liberty ranks 13th in rebounds allowed per game (30.5) while North Alabama ranks 249th (37.9).
- The Flames rank 37th in three pointers allowed per game (19.3) while the Lions rank 79th (20.7).
- Liberty averages 2.7 blocks per game, which is ranked 151st in the country. North Alabama ranks 173rd in blocks allowed per game (4.4).
- The Flames rank 48th in assists per game (15.3) while the Lions rank 257th (10.2).
- Liberty ranks 35th in steals allowed per game (5.3) while North Alabama ranks 138th (6.7).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Lions have scored an average of 72.6 points per game (6.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 80.4 points per game (5.9 above their season average).
- The Flames’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 3.6, down from 14.6 for the season.
