The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (13-7, 4-3 SBC) head to Appalachian State to play the Mountaineers (6-14, 1-6 SBC) in a game that will likely be up-tempo. The game is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 31, 2019.
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs. Appalachian State Mountaineers Free Prediction
In the Ragin’ Cajuns’ last contest, they beat the Troy Trojans, 86-81. Louisiana’s 9.7 turnover percentage was their biggest strength over Troy, who had a mark of 15.1. The Ragin’ Cajuns’ mark was better than their season average of 16.2. Louisiana rallied around Jakeenan Gant, who led the team in scoring with 21 points on 8-for-14 shooting.
The Mountaineers beat the Little Rock Trojans in their last contest, 77-73. Appalachian State was effective at getting and making free throws. The Mountaineers made 20 of their 25 free throws (80.0 percent), while the Trojans were just 12-20 (60.0 percent). Ronshad Shabazz was the game’s leading scorer with 21 points on 7-for-14 shooting from the field.
After the Ragin’ Cajuns won the lone contest against the Mountaineers last season, 78-45, this will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams. The Ragin’ Cajuns knocked down 12 of their 16 free throws (75.0 percent) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (27.0 vs. 14.3).
There should be a fair amount of transition offense in this matchup that showcases two of the nation’s more fast-breaking teams. Appalachian State currently ranks 26th in possessions per game (74.5) and Louisiana is 12th (76.4).
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs. Appalachian State Mountaineers Odds Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Louisiana ranks 37th in steals per game (7.9) while Appalachian State ranks 188th (5.1).
The Ragin’ Cajuns rank 134th in rebounds per game (36.0) while the Mountaineers rank 264th in rebounds allowed per game (39.0).
Louisiana averages 15.4 assists per game, which ranks 48th in the country. Appalachian State ranks 161st in assists allowed per game (13.7).
The Mountaineers rank 59th in three pointers attempted per game (25.5) while the Ragin’ Cajuns rank 128th in three pointers allowed per game (22.0).
Louisiana averages 4.3 blocks per game, which ranks 52nd in the NCAA. Appalachian State ranks 106th in blocks allowed per game (3.4).
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The Ragin’ Cajuns have been outscored by an average of 1.2 points in their last five games. On the season, Louisiana has defeated opponents by an average of 3.4 points.
During their last five games, the Mountaineers have scored an average of 74.2 points per game (6.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 79.2 points per game (0.1 above their season average).
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