Portland Pilots vs. Loyola Marymount Lions Free Prediction 01/23/20

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The Portland Pilots (9-11, 1-4 WCC) will be at Albert Gersten Pavilion to clash against the Loyola Marymount Lions (7-12, 1-4 WCC) in a WCC matchup. The game begins at 10 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 23, 2020.

Portland Pilots at Loyola Marymount Lions ATS Odds

Both teams lost in their last game. The Lions fell to the San Francisco Dons, 61-53, while the Pilots were defeated by the San Diego Toreros, 77-67.

Portland had a better turnover percentage (17.6 vs. 18.2) while Loyola Marymount had an offensive rebounding percentage of 35.3 (above their season average of 27.8). Eli Scott fueled Loyola Marymount with 17 points and 10 rebounds. Portland, meanwhile, rallied around Isaiah White, who finished with 13 points and five rebounds.

The Lions dominated this series last year, emerging victorious in both games. In the most recent contest, Loyola Marymount won 72-55. Loyola Marymount’s rebounding was their biggest advantage. The Lions had more offensive rebounds (7 vs. 2) and total rebounds (30 vs. 27). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

Points at the line could be scarce for Loyola Marymount in this contest. The Lions rank 222nd in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.212, while Portland ranks 36th in FTA rate allowed (0.168).

Portland Pilots at Loyola Marymount Lions Odds Pick

Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Loyola Marymount, ATS Winner – Loyola Marymount, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Loyola Marymount ranks 21st in rebounds allowed per game (31.0) while Portland ranks 213th (37.0).
  • The Lions rank 245th in three pointers attempted per game (18.2) while the Pilots rank 246th (18.2).
  • The Pilots rank 39th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while the Lions rank 135th (3.9).
  • Portland averages 14.0 assists per game, which ranks 85th in the NCAA. Loyola Marymount ranks 163rd in assists allowed per game (13.4).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Pilots’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 9.6, up from 0.3 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Lions have scored an average of 56.8 points per game (9.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 68.8 points per game (0.8 above their season average).