The Alcorn State Braves (6-13, 2-5 SWAC) visit Elmore Gymnasium to take on the Alabama A&M Bulldogs (3-17, 2-4 SWAC). The Braves can put an end to a 10-game road losing streak. Action gets underway at 8:30 p.m. ET on Monday, January 28, 2019.
Alcorn State Braves vs. Alabama A&M Bulldogs Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Bulldogs beat the Southern University Jaguars, 68-62, while the Braves fell to the Alabama State Hornets, 74-59.
The Bulldogs held the Jaguars to an offensive rebounding percentage of 25.0 (below their season average of 32.1) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.539 (above their season average of 0.438). Alcorn State, meanwhile, did a fantastic job of making free throws (16-17; 94.1 percent). Andre Kennedy had a solid game for Alabama A&M with 26 points and 10 rebounds. Meanwhile, Alcorn State was led by Maurice Howard, who had 12 points, five rebounds and five assists.
The Braves dominated this series last year, emerging victorious in both contests. In the last game, Alcorn State won 80-60. The Braves’ 33.3 offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest advantage over the Bulldogs, who had a mark of 17.1. This is the first time these teams will battle this year.
This could end up being an error-filled game for the Alabama A&M offense. Alabama A&M ranks 344th in the country in ball protection (turnover percentage of 23.6 percent), while the pesky defense of Alcorn State forces the 49th-most turnovers in the country (22.1 percent).
Alcorn State Braves at Alabama A&M Bulldogs Free Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Alabama A&M, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Alcorn State ranks 18th in steals per game (8.6) while Alabama A&M ranks 197th in steals allowed per game (8.0).
- The Bulldogs rank 170th in assists allowed per game (14.1) while the Braves rank 237th (16.1).
- Alcorn State ranks 190th in rebounds per game (34.6) while Alabama A&M ranks 240th (33.2).
- The Braves rank 137th in three pointers attempted per game (22.8) while the Bulldogs rank 262nd (18.9).
- Alcorn State ranks 49th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Alabama A&M ranks 151st (4.1).
Bettings Trends:
- The Braves’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 9.2, up from 5.3 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 59.8 points per game (0.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 63.2 points per game (10.2 below their season average).
