The Texas State Bobcats (7-6, 0-2 SBC) will be at the Jack Stephens Center to clash with the Little Rock Trojans (8-5, 2-0 SBC) in a SBC matchup. Action starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 2, 2020.
Texas State Bobcats vs. Little Rock Trojans ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Trojans edged the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns, 69-66, while the Bobcats fell to the Georgia State Panthers, 81-69.
The Trojans, who came into the game averaging an offensive rebounding percentage of 32.2, had an absurd mark of 39.3 and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.546 (above their season average of 0.498). Texas State, on the other hand, did a fantastic job of getting and making free throws (27-30; 90.0 percent). Ruot Monyyong was a key piece for Little Rock with 21 points and 12 rebounds. Texas State, meanwhile, received a boost from Eric Terry, who put up 19 points and seven rebounds.
The Bobcats dominated this series last year, emerging victorious in both contests. In the most recent matchup, Texas State won 67-60. The Bobcats’ turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Trojans. Texas State had a rate of 14.6, while Little Rock posted a mark of 22.5. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Half-court execution will be critical when two of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams square off. Little Rock currently ranks 280th in possessions per game (67.8) and Texas State is 270th (68.1).
Texas State Bobcats vs. Little Rock Trojans Odds Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Little Rock, ATS Winner – Little Rock, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Little Rock ranks sixth in rebounds allowed per game (29.0) while Texas State ranks 73rd (33.1).
- The Trojans are 30th in the nation with 10.2 assists allowed per game while the Bobcats are 39th with 10.6 assists allowed per game.
- Little Rock ranks 273rd in three pointers attempted per game (16.5) while Texas State ranks 281st (15.2).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Bobcats have scored an average of 76.2 points per game (2.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 71.6 points per game (8.0 above their season average).
- The Trojans’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 0.2, down from 2.8 for the season.
