The Southeastern Louisiana Lions (4-11, 0-2 SthLnd) will attempt to snap their seven-game losing streak when they challenge the Abilene Christian Wildcats (13-3, 2-1 SthLnd) at University Center. The game starts at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 12, 2019.
Abilene Christian Wildcats at Southeastern Louisiana Lions Betting Prediction
In the Wildcats’ last game, they defeated the McNeese State Cowboys, 73-72. Abilene Christian had a better effective field goal percentage (0.596 vs. 0.547). McNeese State, meanwhile, held the Wildcats to an offensive rebounding percentage of 19.4 (below their season average of 33.5). Abilene Christian received a boost from Jaren Lewis, who finished with 15 points, nine rebounds and five assists.
The Lions lost a tough one against the Central Arkansas Bears in their last matchup, 73-71. Central Arkansas’ free throw rate was their biggest strength over Southeastern Louisiana. The Bears had a rate of 0.313 (above their season average of 0.193), while the Lions posted a mark of 0.214. With 27 points on 7-for-14 shooting, Marlain Veal was the game’s leading scorer.
After the Lions won both matchups against the Wildcats last season, these teams will go head-to-head for the first time this year. In the last game, Southeastern Louisiana won 68-54. Southeastern Louisiana’s 0.563 effective field goal percentage was its largest strength over Abilene Christian, who had a rate of 0.373.
Southeastern Louisiana might struggle to score as they clash against one of the country’s best defenses. Abilene Christian currently ranks 55th in defensive efficiency while the Lions rank 346th in offensive efficiency.
Abilene Christian Wildcats vs. Southeastern Louisiana Lions Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Abilene Christian, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Abilene Christian averages 9.0 steals per game, which ranks 16th in the country. Southeastern Louisiana ranks 163rd in steals allowed per game (7.8).
The Wildcats rank ninth in rebounds allowed per game (29.3) while the Lions rank 130th (35.1).
Abilene Christian ranks 20th in blocks allowed per game (2.3) while Southeastern Louisiana ranks 137th (4.4).
The Wildcats rank 44th in assists per game (16.0) while the Lions rank 151st (12.8).
Southeastern Louisiana ranks 164th in three pointers attempted per game (21.2) while Abilene Christian ranks 244th (18.2).
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The Wildcats’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 11.6, down from 13.2 for the season.
During their last five games, the Lions have scored an average of 66.2 points per game (4.7 above their season average) and allowed an average of 68.6 points per game (0.7 below their season average).
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