The Old Dominion Monarchs (23-6, 13-3 CUSA) wrap up their home schedule at Constant Convocation Center against the Southern Miss Golden Eagles (17-11, 9-7 CUSA). Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, March 6, 2019.
Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs. Old Dominion Monarchs Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Monarchs won a close one over the UTSA Roadrunners, 65-64, while the Golden Eagles lost to the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, 76-71.
Old Dominion’s rebounding was their biggest strength. The Monarchs had more offensive rebounds (15 vs. four), defensive rebounds (28 vs. 25) and total rebounds (43 vs. 29). Southern Miss, meanwhile, had an effective field goal percentage of 0.606 (above their season average of 0.535). B.J. Stith had a good outing for Old Dominion with 16 points and 12 rebounds. Tyree Griffin had a good game for Southern Miss, contributing 21 points and nine assists.
In their first matchup this year, Ahmad Caver led the Monarchs to a 76-62 victory. He produced 19 points and eight assists. Old Dominion out-rebounded Southern Miss. The Monarchs had more offensive rebounds (23 vs. nine) and total rebounds (45 vs. 32).
Points could be at a premium in this contest between two of the country’s best defenses. Old Dominion ranks 11th in defensive efficiency (93.5) and Southern Miss is 48th (96.8). Additionally, put-back points could be few and far between for the Golden Eagles. They rank 283rd in the NCAA in offensive rebounding percentage at 25.1 percent, while the Monarchs are 23rd-best on the defensive glass (defensive rebounding percentage of 75.8 percent).
Southern Miss Golden Eagles at Old Dominion Monarchs Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Old Dominion, ATS Winner – Southern Miss, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Old Dominion ranks 20th in rebounds per game (39.6) while Southern Miss ranks 190th in rebounds allowed per game (35.9).
- The Golden Eagles rank 31st in steals per game (7.9) while the Monarchs rank 153rd (6.0).
- Old Dominion ranks 31st in blocks per game (4.6) while Southern Miss ranks 99th (3.4).
- The Golden Eagles rank 12th in assists per game (17.1) while the Monarchs rank 155th (13.1).
- Old Dominion ranks 147th in three pointers allowed per game (22.3) while Southern Miss ranks 273rd (26.5).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Golden Eagles have scored an average of 74.2 points per game (1.2 above their season average) and allowed an average of 68.2 points per game (3.0 above their season average).
- The Monarchs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 6.8, up from 6.7 for the season.
