The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (8-13, 3-7 SBC) will be at the College Park Center to square off with the UT Arlington Mavericks (9-12, 5-5 SBC) in a SBC matchup. The game gets underway at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 30, 2020.
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs. UT Arlington Mavericks Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Mavericks barely escaped the Texas State Bobcats 64-62, while the Ragin’ Cajuns had no trouble getting past the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks 81-60.
The Ragin’ Cajuns made 26 of their 32 free throws (81.3 percent) and held the Warhawks to an effective field goal percentage of 0.408 (below their season average of 0.486). The Mavericks, meanwhile, held the Bobcats to an offensive rebounding percentage of 21.9 (below their season average of 29.5) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.491 (above their season average of 0.483). David Azore had a solid performance for UT Arlington, finishing with 19 points and six rebounds. Louisiana, meanwhile, received a boost from Jalen Johnson, who put up 27 points and seven rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Jabari Narcis led the Mavericks to an 81-65 victory. He recorded a double-double with 10 points and 11 rebounds. The Mavericks’ 11.3 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Ragin’ Cajuns, who had a mark of 14.8.
From an effective field goal percentage perspective, UT Arlington should have a noteworthy advantage. The Mavericks defense ranks 80th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.464), while the Louisiana offense is ranked 295th in effective field goal percentage (0.471). Additionally, the Ragin’ Cajuns, who rank 56th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.264), will square off against the Mavericks, who rank 261st in opponents’ FTA rate (0.249).
Louisiana at UT Arlington ATS Pick
Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – UT Arlington, ATS Winner – UT Arlington, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- UT Arlington ranks 61st in assists per game (14.6) while Louisiana ranks 240th (10.8).
- The Mavericks average 37.2 rebounds per game, which ranks 99th in the country. The Ragin’ Cajuns rank 175th in rebounds allowed per game (36.0).
- The Mavericks average 25.5 three pointers per game, which ranks 52nd in the NCAA. The Ragin’ Cajuns rank 217th in three pointers allowed per game (24.1).
- UT Arlington ranks 18th in steals allowed per game (4.9) while Louisiana ranks 157th (7.1).
Bettings Trends:
- The Ragin’ Cajuns’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 12.4, up from 3.7 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Mavericks have scored an average of 73.2 points per game (2.2 above their season average) and allowed an average of 64.6 points per game (3.7 below their season average).
