The North Alabama Lions (10-11, 5-3 Asun) will be at Swisher Gym to meet the Jacksonville Dolphins (10-13, 3-5 Asun) in an Asun matchup. Action gets underway at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 1, 2020.
North Alabama Lions vs. Jacksonville Dolphins Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Dolphins lost a close one to the FGCU Eagles, 63-61, while the Lions were victorious over the NJIT Highlanders, 78-74.
North Alabama dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had an absurd free throw rate of 0.596 (above their season average of 0.258) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 28.6 (above their season average of 26.9). NJIT put up marks of 0.322 and 21.6, respectively, for those same stats. Jacksonville, meanwhile, had a better offensive rebounding percentage (25.6 vs. 24.3). Jacksonville’s Destin Barnes led the way, putting up 19 points and six rebounds. Emanuel Littles fueled North Alabama with 10 points and 14 rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Christian Agnew led the Lions to a 62-57 win. He was the game’s leading scorer with 15 points. North Alabama had a much better turnover percentage (20.2 vs. 32.2). Jacksonville, meanwhile, had a better effective field goal percentage (0.469 vs. 0.409).
Looking at effective field goal percentage, Jacksonville figures to have a considerable advantage. The Dolphins defense ranks 43rd in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.454), while the North Alabama offense is ranked 229th in effective field goal percentage (0.489).
North Alabama vs. Jacksonville Betting Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Jacksonville, ATS Winner – Jacksonville, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- North Alabama ranks 24th in three pointers allowed per game (18.1) while Jacksonville ranks 184th (23.0).
- The Lions average 6.4 steals per game, which ranks 125th in the nation. The Dolphins rank 142nd in steals allowed per game (6.7).
- The Dolphins average 38.7 rebounds per game, which ranks 54th in the NCAA. The Lions rank 152nd in rebounds allowed per game (35.3).
- North Alabama ranks 24th in assists allowed per game (10.1) while Jacksonville ranks 42nd (10.6).
Bettings Trends:
- The Dolphins’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 1.8, up from 0.5 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Lions have scored an average of 71.4 points per game (3.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 64.0 points per game (4.5 below their season average).
