South Alabama vs Southern Mississippi Prediction - College Basketball Picks 2/22/24
Southern Mississippi (15-12) vs South Alabama (13-14)
Game Info: Thursday, February 22, 2024 at 8:00 pm (Reed Green Coliseum)
Betting Odds: Southern Mississippi -- Over/Under: Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN+
The South Alabama Jaguars and Southern Miss Golden Eagles face off on Thursday in a college basketball showdown at Reed Green Coliseum. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free South Alabama vs Southern Miss prediction.
South Alabama Looks to Bounce Back
South Alabama faced off against Arkansas State in the last game and they were competitive but they still ended up losing by three points. Samuel Tabe had a strong game putting up 35 points, six rebounds, and one assist. South Alabama is averaging 73.4 points while their defense is giving up 75.8 points per game. The offense is ranked 198th in the league and they are going to need the offense to really put the pressure on here. Isiah Gaiter is averaging 46.6 percent from the field and 37.8 percent from behind the three point line.
Southern Miss Looks to Build on Last Game
Southern Miss in the last game faced off against Texas State and they were able to secure the 78-74 victory. In the second half they scored 45 points and that was enough to secure the win. Southern Miss on the season is averaging 70.4 points while their defense is giving up 70.1 points per game. The offense is ranked 270th in the league while the defense is ranked 132nd. Austin Crowley is having a big season and he’s averaging 16.3 points while shooting 37.8 percent from the field and 33.3 percent from behind the three point line.
South Alabama vs Southern Miss Betting Prediction
Southern Miss at home has been good, and they are going to find success here. Straight up at home, Southern Miss has gone 8-2 and they are going to continue that success here. The South Alabama defense is giving up 75.8 points and they are going to really struggle to defend here. Southern Miss is going to run up the score here, and Southern Miss is going to cover the spread.
Shane’s Pick Southern Miss ATS
AUTHOR: Shane Mickle
