The USC Trojans (5-1) battle against the Fairfield Stags (1-4) in the at HP Field House. The game can be seen on ESPNU at 4 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 28, 2019.
USC Trojans vs. Fairfield Stags Betting Odds
Both teams fell in their last game. The Stags were blown out by the sixth-ranked Maryland Terrapins, 74-55, while the Trojans lost to the Temple Owls, 70-61.
USC had a better free throw rate (0.193 vs. 0.119) while Fairfield made 12 of their 25 three pointers (48.0 percent). Fairfield received a boost from Jesus Cruz, who had 13 points. Meanwhile, Onyeka Okongwu played a pivotal role for USC with 17 points, six rebounds and five blocks.
Points at the line might be few and far between for Fairfield in this contest. The Stags rank 336th in the country with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.174, while USC ranks 69th in FTA rate allowed (0.199) dating back to last season. Additionally, the Trojans rank 57th in turnover percentage (17.0 percent), while the Stags rank 60th in opponents’ turnover percentage (21.2 percent).
USC Trojans vs. Fairfield Stags Odds Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Fairfield, ATS Winner – Fairfield, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Fairfield ranks 23rd in three pointers allowed per game (19.1) while USC ranks 262nd (24.2).
- The Trojans rank 96th in blocks per game (3.8) while the Stags rank 249th (2.3).
- USC ranks 153rd in steals per game (6.3) while Fairfield ranks 180th in steals allowed per game (6.5).
- The Trojans rank 100th in rebounds per game (36.8) while the Stags rank 301st (31.7).
- USC ranks 18th in assists per game (16.4) while Fairfield ranks 208th (12.7).
