Expect a fast-paced game when the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks (16-3, 7-1 SthLnd) head to Lamar to take on the Cardinals (10-10, 4-5 SthLnd). The game begins at 5:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 25, 2020.
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks vs. Lamar Cardinals ATS Odds
Both teams beat their last opponent. The Cardinals defeated the UIW Cardinals 89-77, while the Lumberjacks beat the Northwestern State Demons 69-62.
Stephen F. Austin dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had a turnover percentage of 15.1 (better than their season average of 20.1) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 31.1 (below their season average of 37.8). For those same stats, Northwestern State put up marks of 24.7 and 29.7, respectively. Lamar, meanwhile, forced UIW into a turnover percentage of 26.1 (above their season average of 18.5). T.J. Atwood played a pivotal role for Lamar with 23 points and 11 rebounds. Stephen F. Austin, meanwhile, rallied around Kevon Harris, who finished with 25 points and eight rebounds.
The Cardinals dominated this series last year, taking both contests. In the most recent contest, Lamar won 81-79. Lamar had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (26.3 vs. 17.6). Stephen F. Austin, on the other hand, did a fantastic job of converting from the free throw line (19-26; 73.1 percent). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Lamar might have trouble scoring as they battle against one of the country’s best defenses. Stephen F. Austin ranks 27th in defensive efficiency, while the Cardinals rank 262nd in offensive efficiency. Also, the Lumberjacks rank 341st in turnover percentage (23.3 percent), while the Cardinals rank 12th in opponents’ turnover percentage (25.2 percent).
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at Lamar Cardinals Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Lamar, ATS Winner – Lamar, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Stephen F. Austin ranks 14th in rebounds allowed per game (30.4) while Lamar ranks 211th (37.4).
- The Cardinals rank 25th in blocks per game (4.9) while the Lumberjacks rank 121st (2.9).
- Lamar ranks 275th in three pointers attempted per game (17.4) while Stephen F. Austin ranks 282nd (16.6).
- The Cardinals average 9.8 steals per game, which ranks seventh in the country. The Lumberjacks rank 177th in steals allowed per game (7.6).
- Stephen F. Austin averages 14.9 assists per game, which ranks 50th in the NCAA. Lamar ranks 166th in assists allowed per game (13.4).
Bettings Trends:
- The Cardinals’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 0.4, down from 3.2 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Lumberjacks have scored an average of 77.0 points per game (5.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 67.0 points per game (0.6 below their season average).
