The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (1-2) go head-to-head against the Colorado State Rams (3-0) in the Gulf Coast Showcase at Germain Arena. The game is scheduled to start at 5 p.m. ET on Monday, November 19, 2018.
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs. Colorado State Rams Free Prediction
The Ragin’ Cajuns are hoping for a better outcome after their 89-76 loss to the No. 2 Kansas Jayhawks in their last matchup. Kansas’ rebounding was their biggest strength. The Jayhawks had more offensive rebounds (16 vs. eight), defensive rebounds (29 vs. 24) and total rebounds (45 vs. 32). Justin Miller led Louisiana in scoring with 22 points on 7-for-16 shooting.
The last time the Rams were in action, they were victorious over the Montana State Bobcats, 81-77. The Rams had a much better turnover percentage (8.6 vs. 19.1) and had a much better free throw rate (0.339 vs. 0.155). With 15 points and 13 rebounds, Nico Carvacho had a solid performance for Colorado State.
Colorado State might have difficulty finding the bottom of the net as they battle against one of the NCAA’s best defenses. Since the 2017-18 season, Louisiana ranks 61st in defensive efficiency while the Rams rank 217th in offensive efficiency.
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Louisiana ranks 27th in three pointers allowed per game (18.9) while Colorado State ranks 303rd (26.4).
The Ragin’ Cajuns average 17.5 assists per game, which ranks seventh in the nation. The Rams rank 274th in assists allowed per game (15.3).
Louisiana averages 38.6 rebounds per game, which ranks 37th in the country. Colorado State ranks 217th in rebounds allowed per game (35.9).
The Ragin’ Cajuns rank 40th in steals per game (7.5) while the Rams rank 173rd (5.9).
Colorado State ranks 15th in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while Louisiana ranks 115th (3.2).
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