The South Dakota State Jackrabbits (14-5, 2-0 Summit) put their five-game winning streak on the line when they clash with the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles (7-11, 3-0 Summit) at Frost Arena. The game starts at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 11, 2018, and will air on ESPN Full Court.
The Over/Under (O/U) for the game has been set at 149.5 points with South Dakota State opening as an 11-point favorite.
Oral Roberts Golden Eagles vs. South Dakota State Jackrabbits ATS Prediction
In the Golden Eagles’ last matchup, they defeated the Western Illinois Leathernecks, 81-66. The Golden Eagles, who came into the game averaging an offensive rebounding percentage of 35.0, had an extraordinary mark of 51.4, while the Leathernecks had a free throw rate of 0.121 (below their season average of 0.186). With 21 points on 8-for-18 shooting, Emmanuel Nzekwesi was Oral Roberts’ leading scorer.
The Jackrabbits defeated the Omaha Mavericks in their last contest, 101-88. The Jackrabbits had a superb offensive rebounding percentage of 30.8 (above their season average of 25.7) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.680 (above their season average of 0.570). Mike Daum led South Dakota State in scoring with 27 points on 10-for-17 shooting.
South Dakota State could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their high-octane offense faces off against one of the worst defenses in the nation. The Jackrabbits rank 16th in offensive efficiency, while Oral Roberts ranks 321st in defensive efficiency. Also, the Golden Eagles rank 21st in offensive rebounding percentage (35.8 percent), while the Jackrabbits rank 10th in defensive rebounding percentage (77.6 percent).
Oral Roberts has a respectable record against the spread (9-6), despite being 7-11 straight up (SU). Games involving the Golden Eagles tend to finish over the total (66.7 percent).
Meanwhile, South Dakota State owns records of 14-5 SU and 9-4 ATS. Jackrabbits games also have a tendency to go over the total (69.2 percent).
Both teams have had a player step their game up over their last five games. Nzekwesi (18.2 points, 10.6 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.6 steals) has been stellar for the Golden Eagles while Daum (29.0 points and 10.8 rebounds) has made great contributions to the Jackrabbits.
After splitting two games last season, these teams will meet for the first time this year. The Jackrabbits won the most recent game 74-67. The Jackrabbits made 23 of their 32 free throws (71.9 percent) and had a much better turnover percentage (10.0 vs. 16.3).
Oral Roberts Golden Eagles vs. South Dakota State Jackrabbits ATS Pick
Predictions: SU Winner – South Dakota State, ATS Winner – South Dakota State, O/U – Over
Notes
Betting Notes:
On the road, Oral Roberts is 4-6 ATS with 6 overs and 4 unders.
At home, South Dakota State is 3-1 ATS with 3 unders and 1 over.
South Dakota State ranks 44th in three pointers attempted per game (25.8) while Oral Roberts ranks 233rd (18.3).
The Jackrabbits rank 105th in assists per game (14.4) while the Golden Eagles rank 236th in assists allowed per game (17.2).
South Dakota State ranks 11th in blocks allowed per game (2.1) while Oral Roberts ranks 139th (4.4).
The Jackrabbits average 38.6 rebounds per game, which ranks 55th in the nation. The Golden Eagles rank 169th in rebounds allowed per game (36.2).
South Dakota State ranks 48th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while Oral Roberts ranks 132nd (6.9).
Bettings Trends:
In their last five games, Oral Roberts is 4-1 ATS with 3 overs and 2 unders.
South Dakota State is 3-0 ATS with 3 overs over their last five games.
The Golden Eagles have outscored opponents by an average of 0.2 points in their last five games. For the season, Oral Roberts has lost by an average of 6.1 points.
During their last five games, the Jackrabbits have scored an average of 94.2 points per game (7.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 74.0 points per game (1.5 below their season average).
