Expect a fast-paced game when the Texas Southern Tigers (3-4) head to Arizona State to take on the Sun Devils (6-0). The game will air on Pac-12 Network at 9:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 1, 2018.
Texas Southern Tigers vs. Arizona State Sun Devils Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Sun Devils dismantled the Omaha Mavericks 89-71, while the Tigers were victorious over the Huston-Tillotson Rams 81-76.
Texas Southern played a nearly flawless game. They had a phenomenal free throw rate of 0.527 (above their season average of 0.192) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 28.9 (above their season average of 28.2). For those same stats, Huston-Tillotson put up marks of 0.141 and 19.4, respectively. Meanwhile, Arizona State dominated every stat category in their game. They had a free throw rate of 0.234 (matching their season average) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 41.2 (above their season average of 36.9). Omaha was 0.033 and 20.6, respectively, for those same stats. Arizona State was led by Zylan Cheatham, who had 13 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists. Meanwhile, Derrick Bruce played a key role for Texas Southern with 21 points.
The high-octane offense of Arizona State will go head-to-head against the bottom-tier defense of Texas Southern. Since last season, the Sun Devils rank 23rd in offensive efficiency, while the Tigers are 314th in defensive efficiency. The Sun Devils should have the edge on that end of the court.
Texas Southern Tigers at Arizona State Sun Devils Betting Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Arizona State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Arizona State ranks 104th in rebounds per game (36.8) while Texas Southern ranks 307th in rebounds allowed per game (39.1).
- The Sun Devils rank 117th in blocks per game (3.7) while the Tigers rank 240th in blocks allowed per game (4.1).
- The Sun Devils rank 116th in assists per game (14.4) while the Tigers rank 297th in assists allowed per game (15.8).
- Texas Southern ranks 141st in three pointers allowed per game (21.4) while Arizona State ranks 274th (24.2).
