Pick details
| MATCHUP | Jacksonville State Gamecocks | South Alabama Jaguars |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 1-0 | 0-1 |
| Spread | +5.5 -112 | -5.5 -108 |
| Moneyline | +180 | -218 |
| Total | Over 142.5 (-105) | Under 142.5 (-115) |
| Where | Mitchell Center, Mobile, AL | |
| When | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | |
| Time | 08:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
Jacksonville State vs South Alabama Prediction
Jacksonville State didn’t play anybody in its season opener, so we’ll learn more in this spot. However, South Alabama was a slight favorite against Ohio and struggled to control the pace and lost despite shooting 50 percent from the field. Not ideal. I’m not trying to follow up that performance by laying points in this spot. If Jacksonville State is going to build on the offensive performance it just had, this could be a fast, high-scoring game. I want points in my pocket. Give me Jacksonville State on Thursday night.
Jacksonville State Gamecocks Betting Preview
The Jacksonville State Gamecocks beat LaGrange, and they play Houston and UAB next. Jacksonville State has lost 7 of its last 10 games.
The Jacksonville State Gamecocks are averaging 123 points on 55.7 percent shooting and allowing 59 points on 32.7 percent shooting. Jordan Stiemke is averaging 17 points and 2 rebounds, while Alijah Curry is averaging 16 points and 2 rebounds. Naas Cunningham is the third double-digit scorer, and Williams Itumo is grabbing 6 rebounds. The Jacksonville State Gamecocks are shooting 44.7 percent from beyond the arc and 72 percent from the free-throw line. The Jacksonville State Gamecocks are allowing 19 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 42 rebounds per game.
South Alabama Jaguars Betting Preview
The South Alabama Jaguars lost to Ohio, and they play UCF and Loyola Marymount next. South Alabama has lost 4 straight games.
The South Alabama Jaguars are averaging 77 points on 50 percent shooting and allowing 86 points on 49 percent shooting. Jalen Langsy is averaging 25 points and 1 rebound, while Diego Roman is averaging 19 points and 5 assists. Stephen Williams is the third double-digit scorer, and Aaron Goldstien is grabbing 2 rebounds. The South Alabama Jaguars are shooting 27 percent from beyond the arc and 61 percent from the free-throw line. The South Alabama Jaguars are allowing 42 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 27 rebounds per game.
Why the South Alabama Jaguars will win
- South Alabama has won each of its last five games against the Conference USA at Mitchell Center.
- Jacksonville State has lost four of its last five road games against the Sun Belt Conference.
- Jacksonville State has lost the first half in each of its last three road games against the Sun Belt Conference.
Why the Jacksonville State Gamecocks will win
- South Alabama has lost each of its last four games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- South Alabama has lost the first half in three of its last four games against the Conference USA.
Total Points Facts
- Seven of South Alabama’s last eight night games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 143+ points.
- Five of Jacksonville State’s last six night games against non-Conference opponents have produced a total of 141 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Jacksonville State ranks T7th among Division 1 teams for point differential per game this season (+64.0).
- Jacksonville State ranks T7th among Division 1 teams for opponent turnovers per game this season (26.0).
Randy Chambers's Pick: Jacksonville State +5.5
