The Saint Louis Billikens (2-0) go head-to-head with the North Alabama Lions (1-1) at Chaifetz Arena. The game is scheduled to get underway at 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 13, 2018.
North Alabama Lions vs. Saint Louis Billikens ATS Prediction
The last time the Lions played, they beat the Blue Mountain College Toppers, 72-59. The Lions had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (37.2 vs. 23.8) and had a better turnover percentage (16.5 vs. 20.9). North Alabama was lifted by Jamari Blackmon, who was the top scorer from either team with 22 points on 7-for-16 shooting.
The Billikens beat the Troy Trojans in their last matchup, 62-58. The Billikens had a much better turnover percentage (14.3 vs. 19.8) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (31.0 vs. 25.0). With 15 points, nine rebounds and five assists, Jordan Goodwin had a solid game for Saint Louis.
It might be a mistake-prone game for the Saint Louis offense. Dating back to last season, Saint Louis ranks 268th in the country in ball protection (turnover percentage of 19.7 percent), while the pesky defense of North Alabama has forced the 11th-most turnovers in the country (22.9 percent). Opposite paces will be on display in this showdown. The fast-breaking Lions rank 33rd in possessions per game, while the more methodical Billikens rank 346th.
North Alabama Lions at Saint Louis Billikens Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – North Alabama, ATS Winner – North Alabama, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
North Alabama ranks third in three pointers attempted per game (34.5) while Saint Louis ranks 299th (17.8).
The Billikens rank 37th in rebounds allowed per game (32.0) while the Lions rank 323rd (41.5).
Saint Louis averages 4.4 blocks per game, which ranks 45th in the nation. North Alabama ranks 218th in blocks allowed per game (4.0).
The Lions rank fourth in steals per game (9.5) while the Billikens rank 158th (6.1).
North Alabama ranks 25th in assists allowed per game (11.0) while Saint Louis ranks 123rd (12.9).
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