The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs (18-10, 8-7 CUSA) wrap up their home schedule at Thomas Assembly Center against the Marshall Thundering Herd (14-13, 7-7 CUSA). The game starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 28, 2019.
Marshall Thundering Herd vs. Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Bulldogs defeated the North Texas Mean Green 66-53, while the Thundering Herd beat the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 98-93.
Marshall dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a ridiculous free throw rate of 0.589 (above their season average of 0.208) and a turnover percentage of 10.9 (better than their season average of 15.2). Middle Tennessee was 0.310 and 16.3, respectively, for those same stats. Louisiana Tech, on the other hand, dominated nearly every facet of their game. They had a turnover percentage of 11.5 (better than their season average of 14.7) and a free throw rate of 0.293 (above their season average of 0.235). For those same stats, North Texas was 28.1 and 0.167, respectively. Louisiana Tech rallied around DaQuan Bracey, who contributed 16 points, seven rebounds and six steals. C.J. Burks, meanwhile played well for Marshall, putting up 20 points and six steals.
In their first matchup this season, Bracey led the Bulldogs to an 89-80 victory. He recorded 25 points, six rebounds and six assists. Getting to the free throw line was one of Louisiana Tech’s biggest advantages. They had 26 free throw attempts, while Marshall had just nine.
The offense of Marshall (206th in the NCAA with an offensive efficiency of 103.7) will battle against the top-notch defense of Louisiana Tech (73rd in the NCAA with a defensive efficiency of 98.0). The Bulldogs should have the edge on that side of the ball.
Marshall Thundering Herd vs. Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Louisiana Tech, ATS Winner – Louisiana Tech, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Louisiana Tech averages 37.1 rebounds per game, which ranks 77th in the country. Marshall ranks 291st in rebounds allowed per game (43.0).
- The Thundering Herd rank 21st in blocks per game (4.8) while the Bulldogs rank 91st in blocks allowed per game (3.2).
- Marshall averages 14.0 assists per game, which ranks 109th in the nation. Louisiana Tech ranks 165th in assists allowed per game (13.6).
- The Thundering Herd rank sixth in steals per game (9.4) while the Bulldogs rank 180th (5.7).
- Marshall ranks 11th in three pointers attempted per game (28.6) while Louisiana Tech ranks 141st in three pointers allowed per game (22.1).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 69.8 points per game (3.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 65.0 points per game (2.1 below their season average).
- The Thundering Herd’s average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 9.2, up from 3.6 for the season.
