Expect a fast-paced game when the Georgia State Panthers (13-7, 6-3 SBC) visit Georgia Southern to take on the Eagles (12-8, 6-3 SBC). Action begins at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 25, 2020.
Georgia State Panthers vs. Georgia Southern Eagles ATS Odds
Both teams lost in their last matchup. The Eagles fell to the South Alabama Jaguars, 74-68, while the Panthers were defeated by the Troy Trojans, 75-65.
Georgia State had a better turnover percentage (17.4 vs. 20.0) while Georgia Southern held South Alabama to an effective field goal percentage of 0.438 (below their season average of 0.516). Georgia Southern was led by Isaiah Crawley, who had 13 points and 10 rebounds. Justin Roberts fueled Georgia State with 15 points and seven assists.
The Panthers dominated this series last year, winning both contests. In the most recent contest, Georgia State won 90-85. The Panthers’ turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Eagles. Georgia State had a rate of 9.6, while Georgia Southern posted a mark of 13.9. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
There should be a fair amount of transition offense in this showdown that showcases two of the country’s more fast-paced teams. Georgia Southern currently ranks 50th in possessions per game (72.7) and Georgia State is 28th (73.9).
Georgia State Panthers vs. Georgia Southern Eagles Betting Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Georgia Southern, ATS Winner – Georgia Southern, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Georgia State ranks 46th in assists per game (15.2) while Georgia Southern ranks 175th in assists allowed per game (13.6).
- The Eagles average 26.8 three pointers per game, which ranks 34th in the nation. The Panthers rank 124th in three pointers allowed per game (21.3).
- Georgia Southern ranks 40th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Georgia State ranks 126th (3.8).
- The Panthers average 37.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 106th in the country. The Eagles rank 227th in rebounds allowed per game (38.1).
- Georgia Southern averages 8.3 steals per game, which ranks 33rd in the country. Georgia State ranks 124th in steals allowed per game (6.6).
Bettings Trends:
- The Eagles’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.0, up from 5.0 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Panthers have scored an average of 79.6 points per game (0.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 68.4 points per game (1.4 below their season average).
