The Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks (16-5) will attempt to keep their nine-game winning streak alive when they meet the Northwestern State Demons (6-14) at William R. Johnson Coliseum. Action begins at 8:00 pm ET on Monday, Feb. 8 and can be seen on ES3.
The Lumberjacks enter this game hoping for similar success after topping Houston Baptist 72-66 on Saturday. Thomas Walkup played a pivotal role, recording his third double-double of the season with 35 points and 12 rebounds. The Demons, meanwhile, are coming off a 91-75 win against Central Arkansas on Tuesday. Zeek Woodley led the team in scoring by accounting for 30 points on 11-for-19 shooting.
Over the last five games, Walkup has taken his game to another level for the Lumberjacks, averaging 21.8 points, 7.4 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 1.4 steals.
When evaluating eFG%, the Lumberjacks could have a healthy advantage on offense. They’re ranked 33rd in the nation in that category at 54.1%, while the suspect defense of Northwestern State is ranked 316th in eFG% defense, allowing opponents to connect at a rate of 53.1% this year.
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Ranked 44th, the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks have an offensive rating of 113.2. The Northwestern State Demons rank 348th with a defensive rating of just 115.3.
The Northwestern State Demons average 73.9 possessions per game and 1.060 points per possession. The Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks earn fewer possessions with 69.3, but they score more points with 1.132.
The Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks average an effective field goal percentage of 54.1% this season. The Northwestern State Demons have an abysmal record of 2-7 when opponents have an eFG% of 54.1% or greater.
Stephen F. Austin ranks among the best in the nation in assists at fourth (18.7 assists per game). Northwestern State is ranked 57th with 15.7 assists per game.
Stephen F. Austin averages 8.6 steals per game, ranking 13th in the country. Northwestern State is a losing 4-9 when it gives up at least 8 steals.
