The Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks (9-1) put their five-game winning streak on the line when they take on the LSU Tigers (6-2) at Pete Maravich Assembly Center. The game starts at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 16, 2017, and will air on SEC Network.
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks vs. LSU Tigers Betting Prediction
In the Lumberjacks’ last contest, they thoroughly outplayed the Rice Owls, 81-62. Stephen F. Austin’s 15.8 turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over Rice, who had a mark of 30.9. The Lumberjacks’ mark was better than their season average of 18.5, while the Owls’ was above their season average of 19.9. With 31 points on 11-for-19 shooting, Kevon Harris was the top scorer from either team.
The Tigers won a close one over the Houston Cougars in their last contest, 80-77. The Tigers made 17 of their 20 free throws (85.0 percent) and held the Cougars to an offensive rebounding percentage of 27.8 (below their season average of 36.8). Aaron Epps was the top scorer from either team with 26 points on 8-for-12 shooting.
LSU might struggle to put up points as they battle against one of the NCAA’s best defenses. Since the 2016-17 season, Stephen F. Austin ranks 16th in defensive efficiency while the Tigers rank 161st in offensive efficiency. Furthermore, the Lumberjacks rank 28th in offensive rebounding percentage (35.3 percent), while the Tigers rank 277th in defensive rebounding percentage (68.5 percent).
Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks vs. LSU Tigers Free Pick
Predictions: SU Winner – Stephen F. Austin, ATS Winner – Stephen F. Austin, O/U – Under
Notes
Betting Notes (2016-Present):
Stephen F. Austin ranks 34th in three pointers allowed per game (18.1) while LSU ranks 212th (23.9).
The Lumberjacks rank first in steals per game (8.3) while the Tigers rank 157th in steals allowed per game (7.0).
Stephen F. Austin ranks 21st in rebounds allowed per game (30.7) while LSU ranks 147th (35.4).
The Tigers rank 103rd in blocks per game (3.4) while the Lumberjacks rank 140th in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
Stephen F. Austin ranks 161st in assists per game (12.6) while LSU ranks 197th in assists allowed per game (15.1).
