Troy Trojans at Georgia Southern Eagles Free Prediction 01/30/20

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The Troy Trojans (8-14, 4-7 SBC) will be at W.S. Hanner Fieldhouse to square off with the Georgia Southern Eagles (12-9, 6-4 SBC) in a SBC matchup. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 30, 2020.

Troy Trojans at Georgia Southern Eagles Betting Odds

Both teams fell in their last contest. The Eagles fell to the Georgia State Panthers, 82-77, while the Trojans were defeated by the Arkansas State Red Wolves, 78-62.

Troy had an offensive rebounding percentage of 36.4 (above their season average of 31.1) while Georgia Southern had a free throw rate of 0.361 (above their season average of 0.220). Georgia Southern was lifted by Ike Smith, who finished with 23 points and eight rebounds. Khalyl Waters had a good game for Troy, contributing 15 points.

In their first matchup this season, Crawley led the Eagles to an 82-66 win. He registered a double-double with 24 points and 10 rebounds. One of Georgia Southern’s largest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 14-16 (87.5 percent), while the Trojans were just 5-9 (55.6 percent).

It could be an error-filled game for the Troy offense. Troy ranks 255th in the NCAA in ball protection (turnover percentage of 20.5 percent), while the gambling defense of Georgia Southern forces the 47th-most turnovers in the NCAA (22.5 percent).

Troy Trojans at Georgia Southern Eagles Odds Pick

Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Georgia Southern, ATS Winner – Georgia Southern, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Georgia Southern averages 26.7 three pointers per game, which ranks 30th in the country. Troy ranks 190th in three pointers allowed per game (23.4).
  • The Eagles rank 40th in blocks per game (4.5) while the Trojans rank 144th (2.8).
  • Troy averages 14.4 assists per game, which ranks 72nd in the country. Georgia Southern ranks 161st in assists allowed per game (13.4).
  • The Trojans average 37.1 rebounds per game, which ranks 102nd in the nation. The Eagles rank 245th in rebounds allowed per game (38.6).
  • Georgia Southern ranks 41st in steals per game (8.1) while Troy ranks 167th (5.9).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Eagles’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.2, up from 4.6 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Trojans have scored an average of 66.8 points per game (2.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 76.4 points per game (4.9 above their season average).