The Chattanooga Mocs (4-3) will be in the Emerald Coast Classic at The Arena at NW Florida St when they clash against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks (2-3). The game gets underway at 1:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 30, 2019.
Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs. Chattanooga Mocs ATS Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Mocs easily got past the Alabama State Hornets 74-56, while the Gamecocks defeated the Chicago State Cougars 71-62.
Jacksonville State dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a great free throw rate of 0.265 (above their season average of 0.221) and a turnover percentage of 24.0 (worse than their season average of 16.4). Chicago State put up marks of 0.208 and 27.5, respectively, for those same stats. Meanwhile, Chattanooga dominated nearly every facet of their game. They had a solid offensive rebounding percentage of 32.4 (above their season average of 26.3) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.525 (above their season average of 0.461). For those same stats, Alabama State recorded marks of 17.1 and 0.423, respectively. Chattanooga’s Stefan Kenic led the way, putting up 15 points and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Jacksonville State was led by Derek St. Hilaire, who put up 22 points.
Chattanooga might have trouble finding the bottom of the net as they square off against one of the country’s best defenses. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, Jacksonville State ranks 54th in defensive efficiency while the Mocs rank 267th in offensive efficiency.
Jacksonville State vs. Chattanooga Odds Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Chattanooga, ATS Winner – Chattanooga, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Jacksonville State ranks 45th in steals per game (7.6) while Chattanooga ranks 285th (4.5).
- The Gamecocks rank 95th in blocks per game (3.8) while the Mocs rank 258th (2.3).
- The Gamecocks average 39.1 rebounds per game, which ranks 26th in the nation. The Mocs rank 255th in rebounds allowed per game (36.6).
- Chattanooga ranks 73rd in three pointers attempted per game (24.6) while Jacksonville State ranks 271st (19.6).