The McNeese State Cowboys (7-17, 3-8 SthLnd) will be at the University Center to challenge the Southeastern Louisiana Lions (12-13, 8-4 SthLnd) in a SthLnd matchup. Action starts at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 16, 2019.
McNeese State Cowboys vs. Southeastern Louisiana Lions ATS Odds
In their last matchup, the Lions defeated the UIW Cardinals, 70-64, while the Cowboys lost to the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks, 67-57.
Southeastern Louisiana dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a phenomenal offensive rebounding percentage of 34.5 (above their season average of 29.7) and a turnover percentage of 19.9 (better than their season average of 21.9). UIW had marks of 17.4 and 24.4, respectively, for those same stats. McNeese State, meanwhile, did a great job of getting and making free throws (20-25; 80.0 percent). Moses Greenwood put together a solid game for Southeastern Louisiana with 25 points and 10 rebounds. Shamarkus Kennedy, meanwhile had a good outing for McNeese State, putting up 11 points and 16 rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Greenwood led the Lions to a 74-71 victory. He recorded 14 points and nine rebounds. Making free throws was one of Southeastern Louisiana’s biggest strengths. They were 19-22 (86.4 percent), while the Cowboys were 10-12 (83.3 percent).
Half-court execution will be critical when a pair of the country’s slowest-paced teams clash. Southeastern Louisiana currently ranks 253rd in possessions per game (67.9) and McNeese State is 255th (67.9). Additionally, the Cowboys rank 331st in turnover percentage (22.6 percent), while the Lions rank 47th in opponents’ turnover percentage (22.0 percent).
McNeese State Cowboys vs. Southeastern Louisiana Lions Odds Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Southeastern Louisiana, ATS Winner – Southeastern Louisiana, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Southeastern Louisiana ranks seventh in three pointers allowed per game (17.4) while McNeese State ranks 222nd (24.0).
- The Cowboys rank 169th in rebounds per game (34.7) while the Lions rank 225th (33.3).
- The Lions rank 22nd in assists allowed per game (10.6) while the Cowboys rank 214th (15.0).
- Southeastern Louisiana averages 6.5 steals per game, which ranks 110th in the country. McNeese State ranks 175th in steals allowed per game (7.3).
Bettings Trends:
- The Lions have outscored opponents by an average of 6.2 points in their last five games. On the season, Southeastern Louisiana has lost by an average of 2.4 points.
- During their last five games, the Cowboys have scored an average of 69.0 points per game (2.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 75.0 points per game (1.0 above their season average).
