The Alcorn State Braves (7-9, 3-2 SWAC) will be at H.O. Clemmons Arena to challenge the UAPB Golden Lions (3-13, 2-2 SWAC) in a SWAC matchup. Action gets underway at 8:30 p.m. ET on Monday, January 20, 2020.
Alcorn State Braves vs. UAPB Golden Lions ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Golden Lions lost big to the Southern University Jaguars, 75-56, while the Braves easily got past the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils, 105-73.
Alcorn State dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a ridiculous offensive rebounding percentage of 46.7 (above their season average of 32.4) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.556 (above their season average of 0.509). For those same stats, Mississippi Valley State was 22.9 and 0.428, respectively. UAPB, meanwhile, had an effective field goal percentage of 0.523 (above their season average of 0.433). Zavian Jackson was a key piece for UAPB with 15 points. Meanwhile, Corey Tillery played well for Alcorn State, putting up 18 points and 10 rebounds.
This was a highly competitive series last year, as the teams split their two games last season. The Golden Lions won the most recent game 73-62. One of UAPB’s biggest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 20-22 (90.9 percent), while the Braves were 11-14 (78.6 percent). This is the first time these teams will battle this year.
This contest should be a battle of conflicting styles. Alcorn State has preferred an up-tempo style of play (27th in possessions per game), while UAPB has been more methodical (318th in possessions per game).
Alcorn State Braves at UAPB Golden Lions ATS Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Alcorn State, ATS Winner – Alcorn State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Alcorn State ranks 36th in three pointers attempted per game (26.9) while UAPB ranks 298th (13.0).
- The Braves average 8.9 steals per game, which ranks 23rd in the country. The Golden Lions rank 205th in steals allowed per game (9.9).
- UAPB ranks 24th in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while Alcorn State ranks 80th (3.1).
- The Braves rank 35th in rebounds per game (39.7) while the Golden Lions rank 270th (31.4).
- Alcorn State ranks 60th in assists per game (14.8) while UAPB ranks 246th (9.4).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Braves have scored an average of 84.4 points per game (10.0 above their season average) and allowed an average of 76.4 points per game (6.3 above their season average).
- The Golden Lions’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 7.0, down from 18.1 for the season.
