The South Alabama Jaguars (1-1) take on the Chattanooga Mocs (2-1) at the Mitchell Center. The game is scheduled to begin at 8:05 p.m. ET on Friday, November 16, 2018.
Chattanooga Mocs vs. South Alabama Jaguars Free Prediction
The Mocs come in on a high note after thoroughly outplaying the Cumberland University Phoenix in their last contest, 92-61. The Mocs had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (33.3 vs. 9.8) and had a much better turnover percentage (7.9 vs. 16.2). Chattanooga was lifted by Thomas Smallwood, who had 18 points and 18 rebounds.
The last time the Jaguars played, they dismantled the Huntingdon Hawks, 106-76. The Jaguars had a much better free throw rate (0.491 vs. 0.290) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (43.3 vs. 26.2). With 15 points and 10 assists, Trhae Mitchell put together a solid performance for South Alabama.
From an effective field goal percentage perspective, South Alabama figures to have a substantial advantage. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, the Jaguars defense ranks 31st in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.470), while the Chattanooga offense ranks 171st in effective field goal percentage (0.513).
Chattanooga Mocs vs. South Alabama Jaguars ATS Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – South Alabama, ATS Winner – South Alabama, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Chattanooga ranks 114th in three pointers attempted per game (23.1) while South Alabama ranks 177th in three pointers allowed per game (22.3).
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