Expect a fast-paced game when the Southeastern Louisiana Lions (6-14, 3-6 SthLnd) travel to Central Arkansas to take on the Bears (5-15, 4-5 SthLnd). Action begins at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 29, 2020.
Southeastern Louisiana Lions vs. Central Arkansas Bears Betting Odds
In their last game, the Bears lost a close one to the Abilene Christian Wildcats, 70-69, while the Lions edged the Northwestern State Demons, 84-81.
The Lions held the Demons to an effective field goal percentage of 0.447 (below the 0.526 mark opponents have averaged against Southeastern Louisiana this season) and had a turnover percentage of 17.4 (better than their season average of 20.0). Central Arkansas, meanwhile, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 41.2 (above their season average of 26.7). Rylan Bergersen had a good game for Central Arkansas, finishing with 16 points and six rebounds. Ty Brewer played a key role for Southeastern Louisiana with 20 points and 11 rebounds.
The Lions took this series last year, taking two out of three games. In the last contest, Southeastern Louisiana won 79-65. Southeastern Louisiana was effective at getting and making free throws. The Lions made 23 of their 27 free throws (85.2 percent), while the Bears were 16-19 (84.2 percent). This is the first time these teams will go head-to-head this year.
There could be a fair amount of transition offense in this contest that features two of the country’s more fast-breaking teams. Central Arkansas currently ranks fourth in possessions per game (78.1) and Southeastern Louisiana is 29th (74.0).
Southeastern Louisiana at Central Arkansas Pick
Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Southeastern Louisiana, ATS Winner – Southeastern Louisiana, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Central Arkansas ranks 10th in blocks per game (5.8) while Southeastern Louisiana ranks 220th (1.6).
- The Lions rank 102nd in three pointers allowed per game (20.9) while the Bears rank 244th (25.1).
- Central Arkansas averages 14.3 assists per game, which ranks 85th in the country. Southeastern Louisiana ranks 205th in assists allowed per game (14.8).
- The Bears rank 81st in rebounds per game (37.8) while the Lions rank 258th in rebounds allowed per game (39.3).
- Southeastern Louisiana ranks 48th in steals per game (8.0) while Central Arkansas ranks 207th in steals allowed per game (9.3).
Bettings Trends:
- The Bears’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 2.0, down from 11.7 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Lions have scored an average of 64.0 points per game (3.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 71.8 points per game (4.3 below their season average).
