The Jackson State Tigers (4-10, 1-0 SWAC) welcome the Alabama A&M Bulldogs (3-9, 0-1 SWAC) to Williams Center. The Bulldogs will try to put an end to a nine-game road losing streak. Action starts at 8:30 p.m. ET on Monday, January 6, 2020.
Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs. Jackson State Tigers ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Tigers edged the Alabama State Hornets, 70-67, while the Bulldogs lost to the Grambling State Tigers, 70-60.
The Tigers had an extraordinarily low turnover percentage of 6.5 (better than their season average of 16.7) and had a free throw rate of 0.439 (above their season average of 0.163). Alabama A&M, on the other hand, had a free throw rate of 0.246 (above their season average of 0.162). Jackson State was lifted by Tristan Jarrett, who contributed 31 points and six rebounds. EJ Williams led the way for Alabama A&M, contributing 14 points and 10 rebounds.
The Tigers dominated this series last year, securing victories in both games. In the most recent contest, Jackson State won 66-47. Jackson State’s free throw rate was their largest strength over Alabama A&M. The Tigers had a rate of 0.350, while the Bulldogs posted a mark of 0.137. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
Based on each team’s statistical profile, ball protection could play a key role in this meeting. Alabama A&M commits the 12th-fewest miscues in the nation (turnover percentage of 15.7 percent), while the ball-hawking defense of Jackson State forces the 13th-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 26.0 percent).
Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs. Jackson State Tigers Free Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Jackson State, ATS Winner – Jackson State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Jackson State ranks 14th in steals per game (9.6) while Alabama A&M ranks 99th (6.9).
- The Tigers average 3.0 blocks per game, which ranks 129th in the nation. The Bulldogs rank 156th in blocks allowed per game (5.6).
- Jackson State ranks 199th in three pointers attempted per game (20.1) while Alabama A&M ranks 207th in three pointers allowed per game (24.0).
- The Tigers rank 157th in assists per game (12.8) while the Bulldogs rank 232nd in assists allowed per game (17.3).
- Jackson State ranks 213th in rebounds allowed per game (37.4) while Alabama A&M ranks 270th (42.5).
Bettings Trends:
- The Bulldogs’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 9.6, down from 14.6 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Tigers have scored an average of 72.4 points per game (5.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 71.4 points per game (3.6 below their season average).
