The South Alabama Jaguars (13-11, 6-7 SBC) will be at Trojan Arena to go head-to-head against the Troy Trojans (9-15, 5-8 SBC) in a SBC matchup. Action begins at 9 p.m. ET on Friday, February 7, 2020, and can be seen on ESPN2.
South Alabama Jaguars at Troy Trojans Betting Odds
Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Trojans defeated the Georgia State Panthers 84-78, while the Jaguars beat the Georgia Southern Eagles 79-69.
The Jaguars had a great effective field goal percentage of 0.567 (above their season average of 0.515), while the Eagles had a turnover percentage of 20.8 (above their season average of 15.0). Meanwhile, Troy’s free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Georgia State. The Trojans had a rate of 0.190 (above their season average of 0.190), while the Panthers posted a mark of 0.118 (below their season average of 0.222). Ty Gordon had a good game for Troy, contributing 24 points. South Alabama was lifted by Trhae Mitchell, who contributed 22 points, eight rebounds and five assists.
The Jaguars dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the last contest, South Alabama won 68-52. South Alabama’s free throw rate was their largest strength over Troy. The Jaguars had a rate of 0.300, while the Trojans posted a mark of 0.185. This is the first time these teams will battle this year.
Conflicting styles will be on display in this meeting. Troy has preferred a fast-breaking style of play (87th in possessions per game), while South Alabama has been slower-paced (293rd in possessions per game). Furthermore, the Jaguars, who rank fifth in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.305), will go head-to-head against the Trojans, who rank 274th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.255).
South Alabama at Troy Free Pick
Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Troy, ATS Winner – Troy, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Troy ranks 41st in three pointers attempted per game (25.9) while South Alabama ranks 272nd (16.5).
- The Jaguars rank 36th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while the Trojans rank 151st (6.9).
- South Alabama averages 3.6 blocks per game, which ranks 81st in the NCAA. Troy ranks 117th in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
- The Jaguars rank 79th in rebounds allowed per game (33.6) while the Trojans rank 260th (38.8).
- Troy ranks 76th in assists per game (14.3) while South Alabama ranks 235th (10.9).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Trojans have scored an average of 68.2 points per game (1.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 77.6 points per game (5.2 above their season average).
- The Jaguars’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 1.4, down from 3.3 for the season.
