It will be a battle between SWAC opponents when the Alcorn State Braves (7-14, 3-6 SWAC) welcome the Jackson State Tigers (9-13, 6-3 SWAC) to David L. Whitney Gymnasium. The game is scheduled to start at 6:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 9, 2019.
Jackson State Tigers vs. Alcorn State Braves ATS Prediction
The last time the Tigers played, they beat the UAPB Golden Lions, 65-52. Getting to the charity stripe was one of Jackson State’s biggest strengths. They had 28 free throw attempts, 12 more than UAPB. Lemmie Howard played well for Jackson State, recording 12 points.
The Braves were victorious over the Southern University Jaguars in their last contest, 76-64. The Braves knocked down 15 of their 19 free throws (78.9 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.709 (above their season average of 0.463). Maurice Howard was the top scorer from either team with 27 points on 9-for-15 shooting from the field.
This will be the second game of the season between these two squads. Jayveous McKinnis recorded eight points and 11 rebounds in the first game, in which the Tigers defeated the Braves 59-52. Jackson State had a much better free throw rate (0.373 vs. 0.096). Alcorn State, meanwhile, had a better effective field goal percentage (0.452 vs. 0.392).
Alcorn State might have difficulty putting up points as they battle against one of the nation’s best defenses. Jackson State ranks 73rd in defensive efficiency while the Braves rank 329th in offensive efficiency.
Jackson State vs. Alcorn State Betting Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Jackson State, ATS Winner – Jackson State, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Jackson State ranks 67th in assists allowed per game (11.9) while Alcorn State ranks 250th (16.3).
The Braves average 8.5 steals per game, which ranks 19th in the NCAA. The Tigers rank 191st in steals allowed per game (7.8).
Alcorn State ranks 33rd in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while Jackson State ranks 162nd (4.3).
The Braves rank 145th in three pointers attempted per game (22.6) while the Tigers rank 263rd (18.8).
Jackson State ranks 140th in rebounds per game (36.0) while Alcorn State ranks 203rd in rebounds allowed per game (36.4).
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The Tigers have outscored opponents by an average of 1.0 point in their last five games. On the season, Jackson State has been defeated by an average of 5.0 points.
During their last five games, the Braves have scored an average of 66.8 points per game (1.9 above their season average) and allowed an average of 67.0 points per game (2.5 below their season average).
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