South Alabama Jaguars vs. Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns Free Prediction 03/14/19

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The South Alabama Jaguars (16-16, 9-10 SBC) go head-to-head with the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (19-12, 10-8 SBC) in the Sun Belt Conference Tourney at Lakefront Arena. The game gets underway at 6 p.m. ET on Thursday, March 14, 2019.

South Alabama Jaguars vs. Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns Betting Odds

Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Ragin’ Cajuns won a close one over the Arkansas State Red Wolves 90-87, while the Jaguars beat the Arkansas State Red Wolves 75-67.

The Jaguars made 14 of their 18 free throws (77.8 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.587 (above their season average of 0.535). The Ragin’ Cajuns, meanwhile, had a solid turnover percentage of 8.7 (better than their season average of 15.5) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 40.0 (above their season average of 29.8). Louisiana’s Justin Miller had a solid performance, putting up 16 points, 15 rebounds and five assists. South Alabama, meanwhile, was led by Trhae Mitchell, who put up 13 points, 13 rebounds and eight blocks.

The high-octane offense of Louisiana (81st in the country with an offensive efficiency of 109.4) will face off against the mid-tier defense of South Alabama (238th in the country with a defensive efficiency of 105.2). The Ragin’ Cajuns should have the edge on that side of the ball.

South Alabama vs. Louisiana Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Louisiana, ATS Winner – Louisiana, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Louisiana ranks 63rd in blocks per game (3.9) while South Alabama ranks 195th in blocks allowed per game (4.5).
  • The Ragin’ Cajuns rank 50th in three pointers attempted per game (25.7) while the Jaguars rank 159th (22.4).
  • South Alabama ranks 49th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while Louisiana ranks 119th (6.3).
  • The Ragin’ Cajuns rank 135th in rebounds per game (35.7) while the Jaguars rank 258th (32.6).
  • Louisiana averages 15.0 assists per game, which ranks 53rd in the country. South Alabama ranks 171st in assists allowed per game (13.4).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Jaguars have been outscored by an average of 2.2 points in their last five games. On the season, South Alabama has defeated opponents by an average of 0.8 points.
  • During their last five games, the Ragin’ Cajuns have scored an average of 78.4 points per game (1.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 76.6 points per game (0.7 above their season average).