The UAPB Golden Lions (3-17, 2-6 SWAC) and the Jackson State Tigers (7-14, 4-4 SWAC) face off at H.O. Clemmons Arena. The Golden Lions will attempt to snap their five-game losing streak. The game starts at 8:30 p.m. ET on Monday, February 3, 2020.
Jackson State Tigers at UAPB Golden Lions Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Golden Lions lost a winnable game to the Grambling State Tigers, 49-47, while the Tigers had no trouble getting past the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils, 85-65.
Jackson State dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a phenomenal offensive rebounding percentage of 32.5 (above their season average of 26.4) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.485 (above their season average of 0.448). For those same stats, Mississippi Valley State was 20.8 and 0.362, respectively. UAPB, on the other hand, had a better offensive rebounding percentage (30.4 vs. 29.0). UAPB was led by Marcus Wallace, who finished with 14 points. Meanwhile, Roland Griffin played well for Jackson State, recording 25 points and nine rebounds.
The Tigers dominated this series last year, securing victories in both games. In the last contest, Jackson State won 57-56. Jackson State had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (30.8 vs. 21.2). UAPB, meanwhile, had a better free throw rate (0.222 vs. 0.146). This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
It could be a sloppy game for the UAPB offense. UAPB ranks 353rd in the nation in ball protection (turnover percentage of 27.6 percent), while the pesky defense of Jackson State forces the 25th-most turnovers in the NCAA (23.6 percent).
Jackson State Tigers vs. UAPB Golden Lions Free Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Jackson State, ATS Winner – Jackson State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Jackson State averages 8.6 steals per game, which ranks 25th in the NCAA. UAPB ranks 221st in steals allowed per game (9.6).
- The Tigers rank 213th in assists per game (11.8) while the Golden Lions rank 270th (9.4).
- Jackson State ranks 270th in rebounds per game (32.1) while UAPB ranks 281st (30.4).
- The Tigers rank 25th in three pointers allowed per game (18.1) while the Golden Lions rank 100th (20.6).
- UAPB ranks 21st in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while Jackson State ranks 94th (3.2).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Tigers have scored an average of 66.4 points per game (0.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 65.0 points per game (6.7 below their season average).
- The Golden Lions’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 14.6, down from 17.1 for the season.
