The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs (13-7, 3-4 CUSA) welcome the Marshall Thundering Herd (12-7, 5-1 CUSA) to Thomas Assembly Center as they look to extend their seven-game home winning streak. The game will air on CBS Sports Network at 9 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 24, 2019.
Marshall Thundering Herd vs. Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Betting Prediction
In the Thundering Herd’s last game, they were defeated by the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, 68-59. One of Western Kentucky’s largest strengths was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 18-22 (81.8 percent), while the Thundering Herd were just 7-10 (70.0 percent). Jon Elmore led Marshall in scoring with 17 points on 5-for-17 shooting.
The Bulldogs fell to the Charlotte 49ers in their last outing, 55-40. Charlotte’s 0.317 free throw rate was their largest advantage over Louisiana Tech, who had a mark of 0.167. The 49ers’ mark was above their season average of 0.289, while the Bulldogs’ was below their season average of 0.252. With 10 points and nine rebounds, Mubarak Muhammed had a good performance for Louisiana Tech.
After the Thundering Herd won the lone game against the Bulldogs last season, 78-65, these teams will go head-to-head for the first time this year. The Thundering Herd knocked down 20 of their 23 free throws (87.0 percent) and had a much better turnover percentage (16.2 vs. 23.6).
The offensive glass should be a huge advantage for Louisiana Tech in this showdown. The Bulldogs rank 96th in offensive rebounding percentage (31.5 percent), while Marshall ranks 345th in defensive rebounding percentage (64.2 percent). It will also be a showdown of contrasting paces as the fast-paced Thundering Herd rank 14th in possessions per game, while the slower-paced Bulldogs rank 258th.
Marshall Thundering Herd at Louisiana Tech Bulldogs ATS Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Louisiana Tech ranks 100th in rebounds per game (36.7) while Marshall ranks 265th (30.5).
The Thundering Herd rank eighth in steals per game (9.5) while the Bulldogs rank 154th (5.7).
Marshall ranks 26th in three pointers attempted per game (27.3) while Louisiana Tech ranks 140th (22.6).
The Thundering Herd rank 35th in blocks per game (4.6) while the Bulldogs rank 81st (3.7).
Marshall averages 14.1 assists per game, which ranks 111th in the NCAA. Louisiana Tech ranks 131st in assists allowed per game (13.2).
Bettings Trends:
The Thundering Herd’s average margin of victory in their last five games has been 2.6, up from 0.1 for the season.
During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 61.2 points per game (13.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 61.2 points per game (6.6 below their season average).
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