The Southeast Missouri State Redhawks (4-19, 0-10 OVC) and the Jacksonville State Gamecocks (9-14, 4-6 OVC) battle at Show Me Center. The Redhawks look to put an end to their 10-game losing streak. Action gets underway at 8:15 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 6, 2020.
Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs. Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Betting Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last contest. The Redhawks fell to the Eastern Kentucky Colonels, 70-57, while the Gamecocks were defeated by the Belmont Bruins, 78-64.
Jacksonville State had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (30.8 vs. 22.6) while Southeast Missouri State had a free throw rate of 0.269 (above their season average of 0.241). Southeast Missouri State received a boost from Sage Tolbert, who put up 19 points and 17 rebounds. Jacara Cross had a solid performance for Jacksonville State, finishing with 25 points and six rebounds.
The Gamecocks won the lone game between these two teams last year, 81-64. One of Jacksonville State’s biggest strengths was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 10-10 (100.0 percent), while the Redhawks were just 6-12 (50.0 percent). This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
It could be a difficult game for Southeast Missouri State on the offensive glass. The Redhawks are among the NCAA’s elite on the offensive glass, ranking 282nd in offensive rebounding percentage at 25.1 percent. Meanwhile, Jacksonville State ranks 78th in the NCAA at corralling defensive rebounds with a defensive rebounding percentage of 74.5 percent.
Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Betting Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Southeast Missouri State, ATS Winner – Southeast Missouri State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Jacksonville State ranks 96th in assists per game (13.9) while Southeast Missouri State ranks 251st (10.3).
- The Redhawks rank 46th in steals allowed per game (5.6) while the Gamecocks rank 140th (6.7).
- The Gamecocks rank 109th in rebounds per game (36.6) while the Redhawks rank 241st (32.8).
- Jacksonville State ranks 143rd in three pointers attempted per game (22.2) while Southeast Missouri State ranks 252nd (18.3).
Bettings Trends:
- The Redhawks’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 11.0, up from 10.2 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Gamecocks have scored an average of 67.8 points per game (4.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 67.6 points per game (1.4 below their season average).
