The Samford Bulldogs (9-2) will attempt to lengthen their five-game winning streak against the No. 8 Auburn Tigers (9-1) at Auburn Arena. The game will air on SEC Network at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 16, 2018.
Samford Bulldogs at Auburn Tigers Betting Prediction
In the Bulldogs’ last outing, they defeated the North Alabama Lions, 91-74. Samford couldn’t miss, shooting 62.3 percent from the field. North Alabama, meanwhile, had a field goal percentage of just 33.3. Ruben Guerrero fueled Samford with 17 points and six rebounds.
The Tigers dismantled the South Alabama Jaguars in their last contest, 101-58. The Tigers had a much better turnover percentage (14.0 vs. 28.3) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (50.0 vs. 25.8). Jared Harper led Auburn in scoring with 20 points on 7-for-13 shooting from the field.
Both teams have had a player step their game up over their last five games. Guerrero (0 points) has been great for the Bulldogs while Bryce Brown (0 points) has contributed greatly to the Tigers.
The offensive glass could be a huge edge for Auburn in this matchup. The Tigers currently rank eighth in offensive rebounding percentage (39.3 percent), while Samford ranks 297th in defensive rebounding percentage (68.0 percent). It could also be a sloppy game for the offense of the Bulldogs, which ranks 310th in ball security (turnover percentage of 21.7 percent). They’ll be going up against the top-notch defense of the Tigers, which forces the second-most turnovers in the nation (28.2 percent).
Samford Bulldogs vs. Auburn Tigers ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Auburn, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Auburn ranks fourth in three pointers attempted per game (30.6) while Samford ranks 251st (18.3).
The Tigers average 9.4 steals per game, which ranks eighth in the country. The Bulldogs rank 150th in steals allowed per game (7.3).
Auburn ranks 29th in assists per game (16.5) while Samford ranks 145th (13.2).
The Tigers average 40.1 rebounds per game, which ranks 37th in the country. The Bulldogs rank 142nd in rebounds allowed per game (35.5).
Auburn ranks third in blocks per game (6.6) while Samford ranks 99th (3.5).
Bettings Trends:
The Bulldogs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 14.6, up from 8.8 for the season.
During their last five games, the Tigers have scored an average of 90.4 points per game (5.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 66.6 points per game (4.3 above their season average).
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