The Arkansas State Red Wolves (13-17, 7-10 SBC) welcome the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (18-12, 9-8 SBC) to Convocation Center as the regular season wraps up. The game gets underway at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, March 9, 2019.
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs. Arkansas State Red Wolves ATS Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Red Wolves barely escaped the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks 73-72, while the Ragin’ Cajuns defeated the Little Rock Trojans 77-72.
The Ragin’ Cajuns forced 20 turnovers and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.541 (above their season average of 0.514). Meanwhile, Arkansas State’s 8.6 turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over Louisiana-Monroe, who had a rate of 11.2. The Red Wolves’ mark was better than their season average of 17.5. Arkansas State was lifted by Grantham Gillard, who had 25 points and eight rebounds. Cedric Russell, meanwhile fueled Louisiana with 34 points.
In their first matchup this year, Marquis Eaton led the Red Wolves to a 94-83 win. He recorded 24 points and five rebounds. Arkansas State won the rebounding battle. The Red Wolves had 16 offensive rebounds and 46 total rebounds, while the Ragin’ Cajuns had seven and 26, respectively.
Look for Arkansas State to own the offensive glass in this contest. The Red Wolves rank 48th in offensive rebounding percentage (33.2 percent), while Louisiana ranks 316th in defensive rebounding percentage (68.0 percent).
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns at Arkansas State Red Wolves Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Arkansas State, ATS Winner – Arkansas State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Arkansas State ranks 51st in rebounds per game (37.8) while Louisiana ranks 254th in rebounds allowed per game (38.0).
- The Ragin’ Cajuns rank 64th in steals per game (7.1) while the Red Wolves rank 115th in steals allowed per game (6.3).
- Arkansas State ranks 36th in blocks per game (4.3) while Louisiana ranks 68th in blocks allowed per game (3.0).
- The Ragin’ Cajuns rank 44th in three pointers attempted per game (25.9) while the Red Wolves rank 170th (21.8).
- Louisiana ranks 60th in assists per game (14.9) while Arkansas State ranks 119th in assists allowed per game (12.8).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Ragin’ Cajuns have scored an average of 75.6 points per game (1.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 72.0 points per game (3.6 below their season average).
- The Red Wolves’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 3.0, down from 3.5 for the season.
