The LSU Tigers (16-11) head to Arkansas to play the Razorbacks (13-14) in what should be a fast-paced game. The game gets underway at 7:00 pm ET on Tuesday, Feb. 23 and can be seen on ESU and ES3.
The Tigers, meanwhile, are feeling some disappointment after their 81-65 loss against Tennessee on Saturday. Antonio Blakeney stood out for LSU, accounting for 20 points, seven rebounds, and two steals.
This is the second game of the season between these two teams, with the Tigers winning the first matchup 76-74. Craig Victor played a huge role in the victory by recording a double-double with 16 points and 12 rebounds.
The Razorbacks look to improve upon their records of 13-14 Straight Up (SU) and 12-11 Against The Spread (ATS). The Razorbacks come into the game with the 31st-ranked scoring offense in the nation, averaging 79.9 points per game. The Razorbacks are one of the best in Division I in terms of field-goal percentage, shooting an impressive .403 from beyond the arc. Arkansas has the 24th-most assists in Division I, averaging 16.7 per game. Transitioning to the Arkansas defense, opponents have consistently had their shots rejected by the Razorbacks, ranking 16th in the country in blocks per game with 5.4.
Across the court, the Tigers have 16-11 SU and 9-17 ATS records. They sport the 29th-ranked scoring offense in the country, averaging 80.1 points per game. The Tigers are an unselfish team with an average of 16.0 assists per game, ranking 36th in Division I. LSU may be taking trips to the free throw line early and often with the Razorbacks averaging 21.7 fouls per game, one of the highest marks in Division I.
LSU beat Arkansas in their most recent meeting this season, bumping its SU record over their most recent meetings to 7-3. With a 6-4 record, the Tigers also have the advantage ATS. Arkansas held the edge in field goals, rebounds, and three-pointers once, while LSU was never able to do so in their most recent five games.
Predictions: SU Winner – Ark, ATS Winner – Ark
Notes
Arkansas averages 79.9 points per game (ranked 31st). LSU, on the other hand, allows 76.2 points per game (ranked 218th).
Arkansas is one of the top-scoring teams at home, averaging 84.6 points per game (ranked 22nd). LSU, on the other hand, allows 79.4 points per away game (ranked 222nd).
Ranked 92nd, the Arkansas Razorbacks have an offensive rating of 109.7. The LSU Tigers rank 188th with a defensive rating of just 104.2.
The Arkansas Razorbacks average 72.8 possessions per game and 1.097 points per possession, while the LSU Tigers earn fewer possessions (72.7) but more points per possession (1.102).
The LSU Tigers average an effective field goal percentage of 52.0% this season. The Arkansas Razorbacks have an underachieving record of 2-8 when opponents have an eFG% of 52.0% or greater.
On average, the Arkansas Razorbacks attempt 17.0 three point field goals per game and the LSU Tigers attempt 18.0. In games where they attempt at least 20 threes, Arkansas is an even 4-4, while LSU has a losing record of 4-8.
The 17th-ranked team in the category, Arkansas has an assist-to-turnover ratio of 1.49 this season. LSU ranks 44th with an A/TO of 1.33.
LSU, the 86th-ranked team in rebounding, registers an average of 38.3 rebounds per game. Arkansas does worse, ranked 117th with 37.3.
The LSU Tigers average 7.8 steals per game. When giving up 7 or more steals, the Arkansas Razorbacks have a poor record (3-5) this season.
