The Loyola Marymount Lions (1-2) will face off against the Air Force Falcons (2-2) at Gateway Christian Academy. Action begins at 4 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 21, 2019.
Loyola Marymount Lions vs. Air Force Falcons Betting Odds
Both teams fell in their last matchup. The Falcons fell to the TCU Horned Frogs, 65-54, while the Lions were defeated by the Colorado State Rams, 74-64.
Loyola Marymount had a better effective field goal percentage (0.518 vs. 0.510) while Air Force did a terrific job of making free throws (8-11; 72.7 percent). Air Force rallied around Ryan Swan, who put up nine points and five assists. Eli Scott, meanwhile led the way for Loyola Marymount, recording 16 points and seven assists.
The inefficient offense of Air Force will square off against the elite defense of Loyola Marymount. Since last season, the Falcons rank 281st in offensive efficiency, while the Lions are 56th in defensive efficiency. The Lions figure to have the edge on that side of the ball.
Loyola Marymount Lions vs. Air Force Falcons Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Air Force, ATS Winner – Air Force, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Loyola Marymount ranks 66th in steals per game (7.3) while Air Force ranks 273rd (4.8).
- The Lions rank ninth in rebounds allowed per game (30.0) while the Falcons rank 89th (33.6).
- Loyola Marymount averages 13.7 assists per game, which ranks 135th in the country. Air Force ranks 209th in assists allowed per game (13.8).
- The Lions rank 131st in three pointers allowed per game (21.8) while the Falcons rank 303rd (26.1).
- Air Force ranks 40th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Loyola Marymount ranks 186th (3.6).
