Expect a fast-paced game when the Alcorn State Braves (6-9, 2-2 SWAC) head to Mississippi Valley State to play the Delta Devils (2-14, 1-2 SWAC). The game is scheduled to start at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 18, 2020.
Alcorn State Braves at Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Delta Devils were victorious over the Alabama A&M Bulldogs 72-66, while the Braves had no trouble getting past the Grambling State Tigers 87-69.
Alcorn State played a flawless game. They had a solid free throw rate of 0.271 (above their season average of 0.196) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 24.2 (below their season average of 32.9). Grambling State had marks of 0.170 and 16.1, respectively, for those same stats. The Delta Devils, meanwhile, had a turnover percentage of 11.1 (better than their season average of 16.0) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.534 (above their season average of 0.423). Mississippi Valley State received a boost from Caleb Hunter, who contributed 19 points and five assists. Maurice Howard, meanwhile played well for Alcorn State, putting up 24 points and eight assists.
This series was highly competitive last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. In the last matchup, the Delta Devils won 76-68. One of Mississippi Valley State’s largest advantages was getting to the charity stripe. They made 29 trips to the line, while Alcorn State went just 13 times. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
There should be plenty of transition offense in this contest that showcases a pair of the country’s more up-tempo teams. Mississippi Valley State ranks third in possessions per game (78.9) and Alcorn State is 33rd (73.7).
Alcorn State Braves vs. Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils Free Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Mississippi Valley State, ATS Winner – Mississippi Valley State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Alcorn State ranks 37th in three pointers attempted per game (26.7) while Mississippi Valley State ranks 261st in three pointers allowed per game (27.3).
- The Braves average 9.1 steals per game, which ranks 19th in the country. The Delta Devils rank 126th in steals allowed per game (6.7).
- The Braves average 38.5 rebounds per game, which ranks 67th in the country. The Delta Devils rank 282nd in rebounds allowed per game (48.2).
- Alcorn State averages 14.5 assists per game, which ranks 72nd in the nation. Mississippi Valley State ranks 256th in assists allowed per game (20.3).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Delta Devils have scored an average of 72.0 points per game (3.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 86.0 points per game (5.8 below their season average).
- The Braves have been outscored by an average of 5.4 points in their last five games. For the season, Alcorn State has defeated opponents by an average of 2.6 points.
