The LSU Tigers (11-3, 1-0 SEC) and their sensational offense travel to Arkansas to play the Razorbacks (10-4, 1-1 SEC) and their stifling defense. The game starts at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 12, 2019, and will air on SEC Network.
LSU Tigers at Arkansas Razorbacks ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Razorbacks were beaten by the Florida Gators, 57-51, while the Tigers were victorious over the Alabama Crimson Tide, 88-79.
The Tigers held the Crimson Tide to an effective field goal percentage of 0.460 (below their season average of 0.520) and had a free throw rate of 0.386 (above their season average of 0.263). Arkansas, on the other hand, had a free throw rate of 0.300 (above their season average of 0.271). Mason Jones had a solid performance for Arkansas, contributing 30 points. Kavell Bigby-Williams, meanwhile played a key role for LSU with 14 points, 13 rebounds and five blocks.
The Tigers dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the most recent contest, LSU won 94-86. One of LSU’s largest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 21-23 (91.3 percent), while the Razorbacks were 17-24 (70.8 percent). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
The aggressive Arkansas offense could be living from the free throw line in this showdown. The Razorbacks rank 77th in the nation with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.273, while LSU ranks 236th in FTA rate allowed (0.246). Furthermore, the 40th-ranked offense of the Tigers (offensive efficiency of 114.2) will go head-to-head against the 60th-ranked defense of the Razorbacks (defensive efficiency of 94.4).
LSU at Arkansas Free Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Arkansas, ATS Winner – LSU, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- LSU ranks 55th in rebounds allowed per game (32.6) while Arkansas ranks 234th (39.7).
- The Razorbacks rank 16th in assists per game (17.4) while the Tigers rank 84th (14.6).
- Arkansas blocks 5.9 opponent shots per game, which ranks fifth in the country. LSU ranks 45th in blocks allowed per game (2.7).
- The Tigers rank 134th in three pointers allowed per game (22.6) while the Razorbacks rank 234th (26.4).
- Arkansas ranks 40th in steals per game (8.1) while LSU ranks 129th in steals allowed per game (7.0).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Tigers have scored an average of 79.6 points per game (1.6 below their season average) and allowed an average of 72.2 points per game (1.6 above their season average).
- The Razorbacks’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 1.2, down from 9.6 for the season.
