The winless Jackson State Tigers (0-3) visit Moody Coliseum to go head-to-head against the SMU Mustangs (2-0). Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 16, 2019.
Jackson State Tigers at SMU Mustangs ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Mustangs were victorious over the New Orleans Privateers, 77-64, while the Tigers fell to the Tulane Green Wave, 88-79.
SMU dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had an effective field goal percentage of 0.525 and an offensive rebounding percentage of 30.6. For those same stats, New Orleans was 0.381 and 30.4, respectively. Jackson State, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (44.4 vs. 28.0). SMU rallied around Isiaha Mike, who finished with 22 points and eight rebounds. Jayveous McKinnis led the way for Jackson State, contributing 14 points and eight rebounds.
Half-court execution will be at a premium when a pair of the country’s slowest-paced teams square off. SMU ranks 332nd in possessions per game (65.4) and Jackson State is 275th (67.3) dating back to last season.
Jackson State Tigers vs. SMU Mustangs Odds Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Smu, ATS Winner – Jackson State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- SMU ranks 14th in steals allowed per game (4.9) while Jackson State ranks 238th (7.1).
- The Mustangs rank 43rd in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while the Tigers rank 208th (3.9).
- SMU averages 36.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 142nd in the nation. Jackson State ranks 162nd in rebounds allowed per game (34.8).
- The Mustangs rank 93rd in three pointers attempted per game (24.0) while the Tigers rank 306th (17.6).
- Jackson State ranks 85th in assists allowed per game (12.1) while SMU ranks 270th (15.2).
