The BYU Cougars (11-4) welcome the Loyola Marymount Lions (7-8, 1-0 WCC) to Marriott Center. The Cougars will attempt to prolong their five-game winning streak. The game is scheduled to start at 9 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 4, 2020.
Loyola Marymount Lions vs. BYU Cougars Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Cougars defeated the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles 79-73, while the Lions beat the San Diego Toreros 64-58.
Loyola Marymount played a nearly perfect game. They had a superb free throw rate of 0.263 (above their season average of 0.228) and a turnover percentage of 8.4 (better than their season average of 18.3). For those same stats, San Diego put up marks of 0.113 and 18.9, respectively. BYU, on the other hand, dominated nearly every facet of their game. They had a free throw rate of 0.230 (above their season average of 0.156) and a turnover percentage of 9.1 (better than their season average of 16.1). Oral Roberts was 0.068 and 12.5, respectively, for those same stats. BYU’s Yoeli Childs led the way, contributing 23 points and seven rebounds. Meanwhile, Loyola Marymount rallied around Jordan Bell, who put up 13 points.
The Cougars dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the most recent game, BYU won 70-62. BYU’s 0.400 free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Loyola Marymount, who had a mark of 0.235. This is the first time these teams will go head-to-head this year.
BYU could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their high-powered offense squares off against one of the country’s worst defenses. The Cougars currently rank 52nd in offensive efficiency, while Loyola Marymount ranks 272nd in defensive efficiency.
Loyola Marymount vs. BYU ATS Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Byu, ATS Winner – Loyola Marymount, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- BYU ranks 48th in three pointers attempted per game (25.9) while Loyola Marymount ranks 253rd (17.3).
- The Lions rank 14th in rebounds allowed per game (30.0) while the Cougars rank 106th (34.2).
- The Cougars rank ninth in assists per game (17.5) while the Lions rank 148th (12.7).
- BYU ranks 25th in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while Loyola Marymount ranks 128th (4.1).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Cougars have scored an average of 79.2 points per game (6.2 above their season average) and allowed an average of 58.0 points per game (4.9 below their season average).
- The Lions have been outscored by an average of 0.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Loyola Marymount has defeated opponents by an average of 1.6 points.
