The Youngstown State Penguins (1-1) will travel to the Cajun Dome to clash with the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (2-1). Action begins at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, November 15, 2019.
Youngstown State Penguins vs. Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns Betting Odds
Both teams got blown out in their last contest. The Ragin’ Cajuns fell to the TCU Horned Frogs, 98-65, while the Penguins were defeated by the fifth-ranked Louisville Cardinals, 78-55.
Youngstown State had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (37.3 vs. 18.2) while Louisiana did a fantastic job of converting from the free throw line (11-14; 78.6 percent). Jalen Johnson had a good game for Louisiana with 21 points. Youngstown State was led by Naz Bohannon, who put up 14 points and eight rebounds.
The high-octane offense of Louisiana will square off against the mid-tier defense of Youngstown State. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, the Ragin’ Cajuns rank 85th in offensive efficiency, while the Penguins are 325th in defensive efficiency. The Ragin’ Cajuns figure to have the edge on that end of the court. Furthermore, the Penguins rank 28th in offensive rebounding percentage (34.3 percent), while the Ragin’ Cajuns rank 311th in defensive rebounding percentage (68.1 percent).
Youngstown State Penguins vs. Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns Betting Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Louisiana, ATS Winner – Louisiana, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Youngstown State ranks 48th in rebounds per game (38.3) while Louisiana ranks 274th in rebounds allowed per game (37.9).
- The Ragin’ Cajuns average 3.9 blocks per game, which ranks 84th in the nation. The Penguins rank 138th in blocks allowed per game (3.4).
- Youngstown State averages 6.6 steals per game, which ranks 112th in the country. Louisiana ranks 163rd in steals allowed per game (6.4).
- The Ragin’ Cajuns rank 53rd in assists per game (15.0) while the Penguins rank 233rd in assists allowed per game (14.2).
- Youngstown State averages 27.9 three pointers per game, which ranks 20th in the nation. Louisiana ranks 149th in three pointers allowed per game (22.1).