The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (27-6) face off against the LSU Tigers (17-14) in the NIT at Pete Maravich Assembly Center. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, and will air on ESPN 3.
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs. LSU Tigers Free Prediction
The Ragin’ Cajuns are trying to rebound after their 71-68 loss to the UT Arlington Mavericks in their last matchup. UT Arlington’s 41.9 offensive rebounding percentage was their largest strength over Louisiana, who had a rate of 32.5. The Mavericks’ mark was above their season average of 29.9. Bryce Washington had a solid game for Louisiana, recording 11 points and 10 rebounds.
In the Tigers’ last matchup, they lost a tough one against the Mississippi State Bulldogs, 80-77. Mississippi State’s 0.292 free throw rate was their largest advantage over LSU, who had a rate of 0.127. The Bulldogs’ mark was above their season average of 0.213, while the Tigers’ was below their season average of 0.239. With 28 points on 10-for-20 shooting, Tremont Waters was the top scorer from either team.
This showdown pits one of the NCAA’s top offenses against one of its elite defenses. LSU ranks 36th in offensive efficiency and Louisiana ranks 32nd in defensive efficiency. Furthermore, the Ragin’ Cajuns rank eighth in offensive rebounding percentage (35.8 percent), while the Tigers rank 287th in defensive rebounding percentage (68.8 percent).
Tremont Waters has averaged 21.4 points and 6.0 assists over the last five games for LSU.
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns at LSU Tigers Betting Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Louisiana, ATS Winner – Louisiana, O/U – Under
Notes
Betting Notes:
Louisiana ranks 26th in rebounds per game (38.9) while LSU ranks 243rd (33.5).
The Ragin’ Cajuns rank 23rd in three pointers allowed per game (18.6) while the Tigers rank 238th (23.5).
Louisiana ranks eighth in assists per game (17.6) while LSU ranks 111th (14.3).
The Ragin’ Cajuns rank 45th in blocks per game (4.3) while the Tigers rank 142nd in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
LSU averages 7.6 steals per game, which ranks 28th in the NCAA. Louisiana ranks 81st in steals allowed per game (5.7).
Bettings Trends:
The Ragin’ Cajuns’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 8.0, down from 13.0 for the season.
During their last five games, the Tigers have scored an average of 79.8 points per game (2.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 78.2 points per game (4.3 above their season average).
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