The Liberty Flames (21-3, 7-2 Asun) will be at Swisher Gym to challenge the Jacksonville Dolphins (11-13, 4-5 Asun) in an Asun matchup. Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 6, 2020.
Liberty Flames vs. Jacksonville Dolphins Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Dolphins won a close one over the North Alabama Lions 85-83, while the Flames were victorious over the FGCU Eagles 61-46.
The Flames, who came into the game averaging an effective field goal percentage of 0.549, had a ridiculous mark of 0.633, while the Eagles had a turnover percentage of 25.1 (above their season average of 20.8). The Dolphins, on the other hand, had a fantastic offensive rebounding percentage of 40.0 (above their season average of 28.3) and had a free throw rate of 0.403 (above their season average of 0.209). Jacksonville rallied around David Bell, who had 14 points, 16 rebounds and five blocks. Caleb Homesley had a good game for Liberty, recording 14 points, seven rebounds and five steals.
In their first matchup this season, Darius McGhee led the Flames to a 54-37 victory. He recorded 14 points. Liberty had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.490 vs. 0.294). Jacksonville, meanwhile, did an excellent job of converting from the charity stripe (7-9; 77.8 percent).
The inefficient offense of Jacksonville will battle against the stingy defense of Liberty. The Dolphins rank 294th in offensive efficiency, while the Flames are second in defensive efficiency. The Flames figure to have the edge on that side of the ball. Ball security should be an advantage for the Flames. They rank 18th at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 16.0 percent). Conversely, the Dolphins force the ninth-fewest turnovers in the NCAA (opponents’ turnover percentage of 15.8 percent).
Liberty Flames vs. Jacksonville Dolphins Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Liberty, ATS Winner – Liberty, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Jacksonville ranks 43rd in rebounds per game (38.8) while Liberty ranks 228th (33.4).
- The Flames rank first in assists allowed per game (7.9) while the Dolphins rank 36th (10.5).
- Liberty ranks 190th in three pointers attempted per game (20.8) while Jacksonville ranks 198th in three pointers allowed per game (23.1).
- The Flames rank 12th in steals allowed per game (4.8) while the Dolphins rank 147th (6.8).
- Liberty ranks first in blocks allowed per game (1.7) while Jacksonville ranks 71st (3.0).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Flames have scored an average of 64.8 points per game (2.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 54.0 points per game (2.3 above their season average).
- The Dolphins’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 3.6, up from 0.6 for the season.
