The Texas State Bobcats (21-6, 10-4 SBC) wrap up their home schedule at Strahan Coliseum against the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (16-10, 7-6 SBC). The game gets underway at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019.
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs. Texas State Bobcats ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Bobcats lost a winnable game to the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks, 63-60, while the Ragin’ Cajuns beat the UT Arlington Mavericks, 76-64.
The Ragin’ Cajuns had a superb turnover percentage of 8.6 (better than their season average of 15.9) and held the Mavericks to an effective field goal percentage of 0.473 (below the 0.536 mark opponents have averaged against Louisiana this season). Texas State, on the other hand, did a terrific job of making free throws (12-14; 85.7 percent). Texas State was led by Eric Terry, who recorded 19 points and 10 rebounds. Meanwhile, Justin Miller played well for Louisiana, contributing 15 points and 12 rebounds.
The Ragin’ Cajuns dominated this series last year, securing victories in all three contests. In the most recent matchup, Louisiana won 80-54. Louisiana’s 0.644 effective field goal percentage was its largest advantage over Texas State, who had a mark of 0.413. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Texas State could dominate the offensive glass in this meeting. The Bobcats currently rank 49th in offensive rebounding percentage (33.2 percent), while Louisiana ranks 323rd in defensive rebounding percentage (67.5 percent).
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns at Texas State Bobcats Odds Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Texas State, ATS Winner – Texas State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Texas State ranks 50th in rebounds allowed per game (32.3) while Louisiana ranks 268th (38.3).
- The Ragin’ Cajuns rank 55th in blocks per game (4.1) while the Bobcats rank 152nd in blocks allowed per game (3.9).
- Texas State ranks 64th in steals per game (7.2) while Louisiana ranks 126th in steals allowed per game (6.4).
- The Ragin’ Cajuns rank 45th in three pointers attempted per game (26.0) while the Bobcats rank 167th (22.0).
- Texas State ranks 19th in assists allowed per game (10.4) while Louisiana ranks 141st (13.2).
Bettings Trends:
- The Bobcats’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 5.0, down from 10.3 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Ragin’ Cajuns have scored an average of 47.0 points per game (29.8 below their season average) and allowed an average of 42.4 points per game (33.4 below their season average).
