The LSU Tigers (7-4) and their phenomenal offense welcome the Liberty Flames (14-0) and their tremendous defense. The game can be seen on SEC Network at 1:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 29, 2019.
Liberty Flames vs. LSU Tigers ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Tigers lost a close one to the USC Trojans, 70-68, while the Flames were victorious over the Akron Zips, 80-67.
The Flames had a ridiculous effective field goal percentage of 0.725 (above their season average of 0.558), while the Zips had a free throw rate of 0.111 (below their season average of 0.280). LSU, on the other hand, had a better free throw rate (0.221 vs. 0.148). LSU’s Trendon Watford had a good outing, recording 17 points and 10 rebounds. Meanwhile, Caleb Homesley was a key piece for Liberty with 16 points and five assists.
This showdown pits one of the country’s top offenses against one of its elite defenses. LSU currently ranks 37th in offensive efficiency and Liberty is fifth in defensive efficiency.
Liberty at LSU Odds Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Lsu, ATS Winner – LSU, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Liberty ranks 22nd in steals allowed per game (5.0) while LSU ranks 141st (7.4).
- The Tigers rank 30th in blocks per game (4.8) while the Flames rank 94th (3.2).
- Liberty ranks 147th in three pointers attempted per game (21.4) while LSU ranks 210th in three pointers allowed per game (24.8).
- The Tigers rank 37th in rebounds per game (40.0) while the Flames rank 139th (35.7).
- Liberty ranks third in assists allowed per game (7.7) while LSU ranks 98th (12.2).
Bettings Trends:
- The Tigers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 17.6, up from 13.0 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Flames have scored an average of 72.8 points per game (1.2 above their season average) and allowed an average of 53.2 points per game (1.6 above their season average).
