Expect a fast-paced game when the Lamar Cardinals (12-12, 6-7 SthLnd) visit Nicholls to take on the Colonels (15-9, 9-4 SthLnd). The game is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, February 12, 2020.
Lamar Cardinals at Nicholls Colonels ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Colonels were victorious over the Sam Houston State Bearkats, 88-82, while the Cardinals were blown out by the Abilene Christian Wildcats, 84-49.
The Colonels made 30 of their 36 free throws (83.3 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.604 (above their season average of 0.494). Lamar, meanwhile, had a free throw rate of 0.263 (above their season average of 0.229). Kevin Johnson had a good game for Nicholls, contributing 33 points. Lamar was led by V.J. Holmes, who finished with 19 points and six rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Andre Jones led the Colonels to a 61-52 win. He produced 16 points and seven steals. Nicholls’ rebounding was their biggest advantage. The Colonels had more offensive rebounds (11 vs. 5), defensive rebounds (28 vs. 27) and total rebounds (39 vs. 32).
The Cardinals’ Holmes has been playing at a high level over his last five games, averaging 13 points,6.2 assists,3.4 steals per game. Meanwhile, Warith Alatishe has averaged 12 points,8.2 rebounds,1.6 blocks,1.4 steals during that same time frame for the Colonels.
There could be plenty of transition offense in this matchup that showcases two of the NCAA’s more up-and-down teams. Nicholls ranks 27th in possessions per game (73.8) and Lamar is 51st (72.5). Furthermore, the 275th-ranked offense of the Cardinals (offensive efficiency of 98.0) will face off against the 53rd-ranked defense of the Colonels (defensive efficiency of 94.0).
Lamar vs. Nicholls Free Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Nicholls, ATS Winner – Nicholls, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Nicholls ranks 78th in three pointers attempted per game (24.3) while Lamar ranks 269th (17.8).
- The Cardinals rank 128th in rebounds per game (36.0) while the Colonels rank 225th in rebounds allowed per game (37.1).
- Nicholls averages 12.5 assists per game, which ranks 185th in the NCAA. Lamar ranks 191st in assists allowed per game (13.6).
- The Colonels rank third in steals per game (10.4) while the Cardinals rank 185th in steals allowed per game (7.4).
- Nicholls ranks 44th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Lamar ranks 148th (3.9).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Cardinals have scored an average of 74.0 points per game (3.0 above their season average) and allowed an average of 77.8 points per game (8.1 above their season average).
- The Colonels’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 1.4, down from 7.9 for the season.
