The UC Santa Barbara Gauchos (3-3) and their outstanding offense welcome the Grambling State Tigers (3-3) and their superb defense. The game begins at 10 p.m. ET on Friday, November 29, 2019.
Grambling State Tigers vs. UC Santa Barbara Gauchos Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Gauchos were victorious over the Portland State Vikings, 81-70, while the Tigers were beaten by the Portland State Vikings, 84-74.
UC Santa Barbara dominated every facet of the contest. They had a solid effective field goal percentage of 0.576 (above their season average of 0.561) and a turnover percentage of 11.8 (better than their season average of 17.1). Portland State was 0.475 and 13.9, respectively, for those same stats. Grambling State, on the other hand, had a better effective field goal percentage (0.558 vs. 0.493). JaQuori McLaughlin had a solid game for UC Santa Barbara with 21 points and six assists. Meanwhile, DeVante Jackson had a good outing for Grambling State, contributing 20 points and nine rebounds.
The game should be a matchup of strength against strength as the prolific offense of UC Santa Barbara takes on the top-notch defense of Grambling State. Dating back to last season, the Gauchos rank 27th in offensive efficiency, while the Tigers are 49th in defensive efficiency. Opposite tempos will be on display in this meeting. The fast-breaking Tigers rank 57th in possessions per game, while the slower-paced Gauchos rank 334th.
Grambling State Tigers at UC Santa Barbara Gauchos Odds Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – UC Santa Barbara, ATS Winner – UC Santa Barbara, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- UC Santa Barbara ranks second in steals allowed per game (4.3) while Grambling State ranks 236th (7.0).
- The Gauchos rank 293rd in three pointers attempted per game (18.8) while the Tigers rank 324th (16.2).
- Grambling State averages 4.3 blocks per game, which is ranked 51st in the NCAA. UC Santa Barbara ranks 73rd in blocks allowed per game (2.9).
- The Gauchos rank 10th in rebounds allowed per game (30.8) while the Tigers rank 231st (36.2).
- UC Santa Barbara ranks 50th in assists allowed per game (11.3) while Grambling State ranks 94th (12.2).
