The Alabama State Hornets (3-15, 2-3 SWAC) will be at the F.G. Clark Center to meet the Southern University Jaguars (6-13, 3-3 SWAC) in a SWAC matchup. Action begins at 6:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 25, 2020.
Alabama State Hornets vs. Southern University Jaguars ATS Odds
Both teams beat their last opponent. The Jaguars defeated the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 74-70, while the Hornets beat the Alabama A&M Bulldogs 65-56.
Alabama State played a nearly flawless game. They had a free throw rate of 0.218 (above their season average of 0.209) and a turnover percentage of 12.4 (better than their season average of 19.5). For those same stats, Alabama A&M was 0.111 and 19.0, respectively. Southern University, on the other hand, played a nearly perfect game. They had an extraordinary free throw rate of 0.449 (above their season average of 0.170) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 36.4 (above their season average of 33.3). For those same stats, Mississippi Valley State recorded marks of 0.145 and 15.8, respectively. Southern University’s Darius Williams played well, putting up 15 points and six rebounds. Alabama State was led by Tobi Ewuosho, who contributed 14 points and seven rebounds.
The Hornets dominated this series last year, taking both contests. In the most recent matchup, Alabama State won 60-57. Alabama State’s 0.333 free throw rate was their biggest strength over Southern University, who had a mark of 0.286. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
The offensive glass should be a huge edge for Southern University in this meeting. The Jaguars rank 51st in offensive rebounding percentage (33.5 percent), while Alabama State ranks 286th in defensive rebounding percentage (69.4 percent).
Alabama State vs. Southern University Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Southern University, ATS Winner – Southern University, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Southern University ranks 178th in rebounds per game (35.2) while Alabama State ranks 282nd (30.2).
- The Jaguars average 6.2 steals per game, which ranks 133rd in the country. The Hornets rank 146th in steals allowed per game (6.9).
- Southern University ranks 136th in blocks per game (2.8) while Alabama State ranks 137th in blocks allowed per game (4.0).
- The Jaguars rank 145th in assists per game (12.8) while the Hornets rank 246th (9.8).
- Alabama State ranks 200th in three pointers attempted per game (20.5) while Southern University ranks 251st (18.4).
Bettings Trends:
- The Hornets have outscored opponents by an average of 0.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Alabama State has lost by an average of 15.7 points.
- During their last five games, the Jaguars have scored an average of 63.0 points per game (0.8 below their season average) and allowed an average of 60.2 points per game (7.8 below their season average).
