The Lamar Cardinals (9-11, 2-5 SthLnd) travel to David R. Stopher Gym to square off against the Nicholls Colonels (10-10, 3-4 SthLnd). The Cardinals look to snap their six-game road losing streak, while the Colonels try to prolong their seven-game home winning streak. Action gets underway at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 30, 2019.
Lamar Cardinals vs. Nicholls Colonels Betting Odds
Both teams lost in their last game. The Colonels lost a tough one against the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders, 75-73, while the Cardinals were beaten by the Sam Houston State Bearkats, 69-59.
Lamar did a terrific job of making free throws (17-21; 81.0 percent) while Nicholls made 14 of their 25 three pointers (56.0 percent). Nicholls received a boost from Danny Garrick, who put up 15 points. Josh Nzeakor played a pivotal role for Lamar with 15 points and 10 rebounds.
The Colonels won the only contest between these two teams last season, 79-74. Nicholls couldn’t miss, shooting 60.4 percent from the field. Lamar, meanwhile, had a field goal percentage of 36.1. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
Nicholls might have a difficult time scoring as they clash against one of the nation’s best defenses. Lamar currently ranks 52nd in defensive efficiency while the Colonels rank 272nd in offensive efficiency. Moreover, the Cardinals, who rank 19th in offensive rebounding percentage (36.3 percent), will attempt to take advantage of the Colonels, who rank 307th in defensive rebounding percentage (68.3 percent).
Lamar Cardinals at Nicholls Colonels Free Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Nicholls, ATS Winner – Nicholls, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Lamar averages 39.5 rebounds per game, which ranks 29th in the NCAA. Nicholls ranks 275th in rebounds allowed per game (40.1).
- The Cardinals rank 82nd in assists per game (14.5) while the Colonels rank 199th in assists allowed per game (14.6).
- Nicholls averages 4.4 blocks per game, which is ranked 39th in the NCAA. Lamar ranks 138th in blocks allowed per game (3.9).
- The Colonels rank 14th in three pointers attempted per game (28.5) while the Cardinals rank 237th (19.7).
- Nicholls ranks 13th in steals allowed per game (4.8) while Lamar ranks 139th (6.8).
Bettings Trends:
- The Colonels’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 2.6, up from 1.1 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Cardinals have scored an average of 70.8 points per game (7.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 75.8 points per game (5.3 above their season average).
