The Southern University Jaguars (1-8) will attempt to snap their six-game losing streak when they challenge the Iowa State Cyclones (7-2) at James H. Hilton Coliseum. The game starts at 6 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 9, 2018.
Southern University Jaguars at Iowa State Cyclones Free Prediction
The last time the Jaguars played, they were thoroughly outplayed by the Alabama Crimson Tide, 82-62. Alabama’s rebounding was their largest strength. The Crimson Tide had more offensive rebounds (16 vs. 11), defensive rebounds (29 vs. 20) and total rebounds (45 vs. 31). Eddie Reese led Southern University in scoring with 16 points on 5-for-9 shooting.
The Cyclones easily got past the Alabama State Hornets in their last outing, 79-53. The Cyclones had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (36.1 vs. 23.7) and had a much better turnover percentage (16.7 vs. 25.2). Michael Jacobson was the top scorer from either team with 17 points on 7-for-9 shooting from the field.
The high-octane offense of Iowa State will face off against the bottom-tier defense of Southern University. Since the 2017-18 season, the Cyclones rank 34th in offensive efficiency, while the Jaguars are 353rd in defensive efficiency. The Cyclones figure to have the edge on that end of the court. Additionally, the Jaguars rank 345th in turnover percentage (19.8 percent), while the Cyclones rank 35th in opponents’ turnover percentage (17.8 percent).
Southern University Jaguars at Iowa State Cyclones Free Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Iowa State, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Iowa State ranks 62nd in rebounds per game (37.0) while Southern University ranks 311th (37.2).
The Cyclones rank sixth in blocks allowed per game (3.1) while the Jaguars rank 220th (4.1).
Iowa State ranks 76th in three pointers attempted per game (21.8) while Southern University ranks 278th (16.3).
The Cyclones rank 100th in assists per game (13.8) while the Jaguars rank 282nd (11.0).
Iowa State ranks 13th in steals per game (5.7) while Southern University ranks 112th (5.9).
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