Expect a fast-paced game when the Lipscomb Bisons (1-1) travel to Tennessee State to play the Tigers (1-1). The game begins at 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 12, 2019.
Lipscomb Bisons at Tennessee State Tigers Betting Odds
Both teams lost a winnable game in their last contest. The Tigers fell to the Chattanooga Mocs, 59-57, while the Bisons were defeated by the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders, 73-70.
Lipscomb had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (29.3 vs. 17.1) while Tennessee State had a better effective field goal percentage (0.474 vs. 0.400). Tennessee State was led by Carlos Marshall Jr., who had 16 points. Ahsan Asadullah, meanwhile had a good outing for Lipscomb, contributing 18 points and 13 rebounds.
Tennessee State might have trouble putting up points as they battle against one of the country’s best defenses. Lipscomb ranks 11th in defensive efficiency, while the Tigers rank 289th in offensive efficiency dating back to the 2018-19 season. Furthermore, the Bisons have been among the NCAA’s elite at getting to the line, ranking 57th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.268). The Tigers, meanhwile, rank 352nd at keeping opponents off the charity stripe with an opponents’ FTA rate of 0.364.
Lipscomb Bisons vs. Tennessee State Tigers ATS Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Lipscomb, ATS Winner – Lipscomb, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Lipscomb ranks seventh in assists per game (17.5) while Tennessee State ranks 252nd (11.8).
- The Bisons average 37.8 rebounds per game, which ranks 63rd in the nation. The Tigers rank 152nd in rebounds allowed per game (34.6).
- Tennessee State blocks 2.8 opponent shots per game, which ranks 194th in the country. Lipscomb ranks 200th in blocks allowed per game (3.8).
- The Tigers rank 30th in three pointers allowed per game (19.3) while the Bisons rank 215th (23.7).
- Tennessee State averages 7.1 steals per game, which ranks 74th in the country. Lipscomb ranks 175th in steals allowed per game (6.4).
