The Alcorn State Braves (10-9, 6-2 SWAC) travel to F.G. Clark Center to meet the Southern University Jaguars (8-13, 5-3 SWAC). Both teams will will attempt to continue their five game winning streaks. The game begins at 6:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 1, 2020.
Alcorn State Braves at Southern University Jaguars ATS Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Jaguars easily got past the Alabama A&M Bulldogs 67-46, while the Braves won a close one over the Alabama State Hornets 63-60.
The Braves had a turnover percentage of 10.7 (better than their season average of 17.3) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 37.5 (above their season average of 32.4). Southern University, on the other hand, played a perfect game. They had an offensive rebounding percentage of 17.2 (below their season average of 33.0) and a turnover percentage of 17.9 (worse than their season average of 17.9). For those same stats, Alabama A&M was 7.1 and 31.6, respectively. Lamarcus Lee was a key piece for Southern University with 11 points and six rebounds. Deshaw Andrews, meanwhile played well for Alcorn State, recording 17 points and nine rebounds.
This series was highly contested last year, as the teams split their two games last season. The Jaguars won the most recent matchup 61-46. The Jaguars’ turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over the Braves. Southern University had a rate of 13.9, while Alcorn State posted a mark of 36.3. This will be the first contest of the year between these two teams.
This game should be a battle of opposite tempos. Alcorn State prefers to play fast (40th in possessions per game), while Southern University is methodical (224th in possessions per game).
Alcorn State Braves vs. Southern University Jaguars Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Southern University, ATS Winner – Southern University, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Alcorn State ranks 45th in three pointers attempted per game (25.7) while Southern University ranks 255th (18.0).
- The Jaguars average 13.0 assists per game, which ranks 153rd in the nation. The Braves rank 196th in assists allowed per game (14.2).
- The Braves rank 39th in rebounds per game (39.3) while the Jaguars rank 188th (34.5).
- Alcorn State ranks 22nd in steals per game (8.8) while Southern University ranks 141st (6.2).
Bettings Trends:
- The Jaguars have outscored opponents by an average of 11.8 points in their last five games. On the season, Southern University has been defeated by an average of 2.4 points.
- During their last five games, the Braves have scored an average of 79.2 points per game (5.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 62.8 points per game (5.3 below their season average).
