The Florida A&M Rattlers (2-5) will try to snap their five-game losing streak when they clash against the South Alabama Jaguars (3-4) at Mitchell Center. The game starts at 8:05 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 1, 2018.
Florida A&M Rattlers at South Alabama Jaguars Free Prediction
In the Rattlers’ last matchup, they were blown out by the North Florida Ospreys, 81-62. North Florida’s 0.219 free throw rate was their largest advantage over Florida A&M, who had a rate of 0.071. The Ospreys’ mark was below their season average of 0.225, while the Rattlers’ was below their season average of 0.194. Bryce Moragne led Florida A&M in scoring with 18 points on 8-for-11 shooting.
The Jaguars lost to the Southern Miss Golden Eagles in their last matchup, 71-67. Southern Miss’ 7.2 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over South Alabama, who had a mark of 23.7. The Golden Eagles’ mark was better than their season average of 12.8, while the Jaguars’ was above their season average of 16.9. South Alabama’s Kory Holden put together a good game, leading both teams in scoring with 28 points on 10-for-19 shooting.
When looking at effective field goal percentage, South Alabama figures to have a substantial advantage. Since the 2017-18 season, the Jaguars defense ranks 25th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.468), while the Florida A&M offense ranks 323rd in effective field goal percentage (0.477).
Florida A&M Rattlers vs. South Alabama Jaguars Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – South Alabama, O/U – Under
Click Here to Start Betting Today!
Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Florida A&M ranks 146th in blocks allowed per game (3.3) while South Alabama ranks 255th (4.3).
*****