The Alcorn State Braves (1-4) challenge the Savannah State Tigers (2-4) at Vines Center. The game begins at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 24, 2018.
Savannah State Tigers vs. Alcorn State Braves Free Prediction
In the Tigers’ last contest, they were thoroughly outplayed by the Kent State Golden Flashes, 104-84. Kent State’s 0.234 free throw rate was their largest strength over Savannah State, who had a mark of 0.182. The Golden Flashes’ mark was below their season average of 0.289. Zach Sellers was Savannah State’s leading scorer with 22 points on 7-for-14 shooting.
The Braves got blown out by the Liberty Flames in their last matchup, 76-54. Making free throws was one of Liberty’s biggest strengths. They were 10-11 (90.9 percent), while the Braves were just 6-10 (60.0 percent). With 12 points on 4-for-9 shooting, Reginal Johnson led Alcorn State in scoring.
It might be an error-filled game for the Alcorn State offense. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, Alcorn State ranks 320th in the NCAA in ball protection (turnover percentage of 21.1 percent), while the pesky defense of Savannah State has forced the 47th-most turnovers in the country (21.3 percent).
Savannah State Tigers vs. Alcorn State Braves Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Alcorn State, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Savannah State averages 41.8 three pointers per game, which ranks first in the nation. Alcorn State ranks 259th in three pointers allowed per game (23.8).
The Tigers average 39.5 rebounds per game, which ranks 19th in the nation. The Braves rank 255th in rebounds allowed per game (36.8).
Savannah State ranks 33rd in assists per game (15.9) while Alcorn State ranks 248th in assists allowed per game (14.6).
The Tigers average 9.3 steals per game, which ranks fourth in the NCAA. The Braves rank 187th in steals allowed per game (6.4).
Alcorn State ranks 141st in blocks allowed per game (3.2) while Savannah State ranks 232nd (3.9).
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