The UAPB Golden Lions (1-11) visit Harrison Complex to clash against the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils (1-12). Both teams will look to put an end to their losing streaks. The Golden Lions have lost six consecutive games, while the Delta Devils have lost their last five games. Action gets underway at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 4, 2020.
UAPB Golden Lions vs. Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils ATS Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last matchup. The Delta Devils got blown out by the California Baptist Lancers, 103-66, while the Golden Lions lost to the Washington State Cougars, 65-50.
UAPB held Washington State to an effective field goal percentage of 0.435 (below the 0.542 mark opponents have averaged against UAPB this season) while Mississippi Valley State forced California Baptist into a turnover percentage of 22.1 (above their season average of 15.6). Michael Green was a key piece for Mississippi Valley State with 17 points. Artavious McDyess played well for UAPB, putting up four points.
The Golden Lions dominated this series last year, securing victories in both games. In the most recent matchup, UAPB won 91-57. UAPB made eight of their 16 three pointers (50.0 percent). Mississippi Valley State was, meanwhile, 3-13 (23.1 percent). This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
Contrasting tempos will be on display in this battle. Mississippi Valley State prefers a fast-breaking style of play (third in possessions per game), while UAPB is more half-court-oriented (320th in possessions per game).
UAPB Golden Lions vs. Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils Free Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Mississippi Valley State, ATS Winner – Mississippi Valley State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Mississippi Valley State ranks 44th in three pointers attempted per game (26.2) while UAPB ranks 280th (12.6).
- The Golden Lions rank 220th in assists allowed per game (15.8) while the Delta Devils rank 244th (21.8).
- The Golden Lions rank 70th in rebounds allowed per game (33.0) while the Delta Devils rank 264th (48.9).
- Mississippi Valley State ranks 90th in steals per game (7.2) while UAPB ranks 183rd in steals allowed per game (10.0).
Bettings Trends:
- The Golden Lions’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 23.2, up from 22.4 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Delta Devils have scored an average of 63.2 points per game (3.6 below their season average) and allowed an average of 92.0 points per game (3.5 below their season average).
