The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs (15-9, 5-6 CUSA) will try to put an end to their six-game road losing streak in a matchup against the Southern Miss Golden Eagles (14-9, 6-5 CUSA) at Reed Green Coliseum. The game starts at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 9, 2019.
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs. Southern Miss Golden Eagles Betting Prediction
The last time the Bulldogs played, they were beaten by the FIU Golden Panthers, 75-69. FIU’s turnover percentage was their biggest strength over Louisiana Tech. The Golden Panthers had a rate of 9.7 (better than their season average of 15.5), while the Bulldogs posted a mark of 14.0. Anthony Duruji led Louisiana Tech in scoring with 16 points on 7-for-13 shooting.
The Golden Eagles barely escaped the Florida Atlantic Owls in their last outing, 74-72. Southern Miss’ free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Florida Atlantic. The Golden Eagles had a rate of 0.135 (below their season average of 0.153), while the Owls posted a mark of 0.068 (below their season average of 0.210). Cortez Edwards was the top scorer from either team with 22 points on 10-for-13 shooting from the field.
Looking at effective field goal percentage, Southern Miss figures to have a considerable edge. The Golden Eagles defense ranks 56th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.475), while the Louisiana Tech offense is ranked 206th in effective field goal percentage (0.506).
This is the second game of the season between these two squads. In the first, Duruji scored a game-high 23 points and the Bulldogs beat the Golden Eagles 71-56. He also recorded seven rebounds. The Bulldogs made nine of their 12 free throws (75.0 percent) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.544 vs. 0.410).
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs. Southern Miss Golden Eagles Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Louisiana Tech, ATS Winner – Louisiana Tech, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Louisiana Tech ranks 119th in three pointers allowed per game (21.8) while Southern Miss ranks 271st (27.0).
The Golden Eagles rank 12th in assists per game (17.2) while the Bulldogs rank 154th in assists allowed per game (13.4).
Southern Miss ranks 39th in steals per game (7.7) while Louisiana Tech ranks 160th (5.7).
The Bulldogs average 37.2 rebounds per game, which ranks 86th in the nation. The Golden Eagles rank 204th in rebounds allowed per game (36.4).
Southern Miss ranks 49th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Louisiana Tech ranks 104th (3.4).
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The Bulldogs have been outscored by an average of 1.6 points in their last five games. For the season, Louisiana Tech has defeated opponents by an average of 5.7 points.
During their last five games, the Golden Eagles have scored an average of 77.8 points per game (5.0 above their season average) and allowed an average of 67.6 points per game (3.1 above their season average).
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