The Troy Trojans (6-5) meet the UAPB Golden Lions (3-9) at Trojan Arena. The game is scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 29, 2018.
UAPB Golden Lions vs. Troy Trojans Free Prediction
The last time the Golden Lions played, they were beaten by the San Diego State Aztecs, 76-60. San Diego State’s 15.4 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over UAPB, who had a mark of 22.5. Martaveous McKnight was the game’s leading scorer with 29 points on 12-for-26 shooting.
The Trojans dismantled the Fort Valley State Wildcats in their last contest, 95-60. The Trojans had a much better turnover percentage (8.8 vs. 30.0) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (36.7 vs. 27.6). Alex Hicks was the top scorer from either team with 19 points on 8-for-11 shooting from the field.
After the Trojans won the lone contest against the Golden Lions last season, 81-57, these teams will go head-to-head for the first time this year. Troy had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (50.0 vs. 29.5). UAPB, on the other hand, had a much better turnover percentage (16.0 vs. 23.6).
McKnight has averaged 0 points over the last five games for UAPB.
UAPB vs. Troy Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Troy, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Troy ranks 79th in assists per game (14.7) while UAPB ranks 218th in assists allowed per game (16.8).
The Trojans rank 49th in blocks per game (4.3) while the Golden Lions rank 136th (2.4).
Troy averages 36.5 rebounds per game, which ranks 127th in the nation. UAPB ranks 170th in rebounds allowed per game (36.8).
The Trojans average 6.5 steals per game, which ranks 105th in the NCAA. The Golden Lions rank 129th in steals allowed per game (7.3).
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The Golden Lions’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 19.0, up from 14.1 for the season.
During their last five games, the Trojans have scored an average of 75.2 points per game (1.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 72.8 points per game (1.8 above their season average).
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