The Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks (14-3, 5-1 SthLnd) welcome the UIW Cardinals (4-12, 1-4 SthLnd) to William R. Johnson Coliseum. The Cardinals will attempt to snap an eight-game road losing streak. The game gets underway at 5:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 18, 2020.
UIW Cardinals at Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks Betting Odds
In their last game, the Lumberjacks edged the Central Arkansas Bears, 77-76, while the Cardinals were beaten by the McNeese State Cowboys, 72-56.
Stephen F. Austin’s 0.648 effective field goal percentage was their biggest advantage over Central Arkansas, who had a mark of 0.551. The Lumberjacks’ mark was above their season average of 0.542. UIW, on the other hand, had a better turnover percentage (17.9 vs. 16.7). Kevon Harris put together a good outing for Stephen F. Austin with 19 points and 10 rebounds. Vincent Miszkiewicz led the way for UIW, finishing with 14 points and 13 rebounds.
The Lumberjacks dominated this series last year, taking both contests. In the most recent game, Stephen F. Austin won 81-54. Stephen F. Austin’s effective field goal percentage was its biggest advantage over UIW. The Lumberjacks had a rate of 0.644 while the Cardinals posted a mark of 0.420. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
Stephen F. Austin could dominate on the offensive side of the ball as their high-powered offense goes up against one of the country’s worst defenses. The Lumberjacks currently rank 49th in offensive efficiency, while UIW ranks 279th in defensive efficiency. Furthermore, the Cardinals rank 264th in turnover percentage (20.6 percent), while the Lumberjacks rank first in opponents’ turnover percentage (29.9 percent).
UIW Cardinals at Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks Odds Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Stephen F. Austin, ATS Winner – Stephen F. Austin, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Stephen F. Austin ranks eighth in rebounds allowed per game (29.7) while UIW ranks 246th (38.6).
- The Cardinals rank 227th in three pointers attempted per game (18.8) while the Lumberjacks rank 263rd (16.8).
- Stephen F. Austin ranks 123rd in blocks per game (3.0) while UIW ranks 144th in blocks allowed per game (4.8).
- The Lumberjacks rank 51st in assists per game (15.0) while the Cardinals rank 216th in assists allowed per game (14.9).
- Stephen F. Austin ranks third in steals per game (10.6) while UIW ranks 106th (6.9).
Bettings Trends:
- The Cardinals’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 12.6, up from 6.9 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Lumberjacks have scored an average of 82.4 points per game (0.5 below their season average) and allowed an average of 70.0 points per game (1.4 above their season average).
