South Alabama Jaguars vs. La Salle Explorers Free Prediction 11/27/19

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The South Alabama Jaguars (5-2) meet the La Salle Explorers (3-2) in the Gulf Coast Showcase at Hertz Arena. Action begins at 7:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 27, 2019.

South Alabama Jaguars vs. La Salle Explorers ATS Odds

Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Explorers barely escaped the Wright State Raiders 72-70, while the Jaguars beat the Miami (OH) RedHawks 82-71.

South Alabama played a nearly flawless game. They had an offensive rebounding percentage of 31.8 (below their season average of 32.5) and a free throw rate of 0.269 (matching their season average). Miami (OH) put up marks of 14.3 and 0.158, respectively, for those same stats. Meanwhile, La Salle’s effective field goal percentage was their biggest advantage over Wright State. The Explorers had a rate of 0.525 (above their season average of 0.502), while the Raiders posted a mark of 0.482 (below their season average of 0.539). La Salle rallied around Brandon Stone, who had 17 points. Chad Lott had a good outing for South Alabama, recording 20 points and 10 rebounds.

It could be a mistake-prone game for the La Salle offense. Since the 2018-19 season, La Salle ranks 303rd in the NCAA in ball protection (turnover percentage of 20.7 percent), while the disruptive defense of South Alabama has forced the 95th-most turnovers in the country (20.3 percent).

South Alabama Jaguars vs. La Salle Explorers Free Pick

Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – South Alabama, ATS Winner – South Alabama, O/U – Under

Betting Notes (2018-Present):

  • La Salle ranks 139th in blocks allowed per game (3.3) while South Alabama ranks 243rd (4.2).
  • The Explorers rank 31st in three pointers allowed per game (19.4) while the Jaguars rank 75th (20.5).
  • South Alabama ranks 148th in assists per game (13.5) while La Salle ranks 171st in assists allowed per game (13.1).
  • The Jaguars rank 158th in rebounds allowed per game (34.8) while the Explorers rank 226th (36.1).
  • South Alabama ranks 152nd in steals per game (6.3) while La Salle ranks 215th in steals allowed per game (6.8).