The Southern University Jaguars (4-22, 3-10 SWAC) welcome the Alabama A&M Bulldogs (5-21, 4-8 SWAC) to F.G. Clark Center. The Bulldogs will attempt to put an end to a 15-game road losing streak. The game begins at 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019.
Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs. Southern University Jaguars Betting Odds
Both teams lost in their last matchup. The Jaguars fell to the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils, 70-59, while the Bulldogs were defeated by the Alabama State Hornets, 68-62.
Alabama A&M had a better turnover percentage (15.1 vs. 16.3) while Southern University had a turnover percentage of 14.9 (better than their season average of 21.1). Southern University was led by Alex Ennis, who had 16 points and nine rebounds. Jalen Reeder had a solid performance for Alabama A&M, finishing with 19 points and 10 rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Andre Kennedy led the Bulldogs to a 68-62 victory. He registered a double-double with 26 points and 10 rebounds. Alabama A&M had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (30.0 vs. 25.0). Southern University, on the other hand, had a better free throw rate (0.348 vs. 0.255).
It could be a mistake-prone game for the Southern University offense. Southern University ranks 349th in the country in ball protection (turnover percentage of 23.9 percent), while the pesky defense of Alabama A&M forces the 73rd-most turnovers in the country (21.1 percent).
Alabama A&M Bulldogs at Southern University Jaguars Odds Pick
Free Prediction: SU Winner – Southern University, ATS Winner – Southern University, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Southern University ranks 96th in rebounds allowed per game (33.6) while Alabama A&M ranks 228th (36.6).
- The Jaguars rank 159th in blocks per game (2.8) while the Bulldogs rank 230th (1.5).
- Alabama A&M ranks 212th in assists per game (12.0) while Southern University ranks 242nd (11.2).
- The Jaguars rank 13th in three pointers allowed per game (18.4) while the Bulldogs rank 136th (21.9).
- Southern University averages 6.8 steals per game, which ranks 85th in the NCAA. Alabama A&M ranks 202nd in steals allowed per game (7.8).
Bettings Trends:
- The Jaguars’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 9.8, down from 11.0 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 67.8 points per game (6.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 73.0 points per game (0.1 above their season average).
