Loyola Marymount vs South Alabama Prediction 11/12/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

LMU vs South Alabama Prediction

I’ll stick with South Alabama but you could make a case either way here. The Jaguars took a seven-point loss to an unbeaten Central Florida team this week despite shooting a solid 46 percent from the field and 38 percent (8-of-21) from outside. South Alabama also wound a 36-29 rebounding advantage and led for nearly half the game. The Jags really got burned by UCF’s hot night from outside (45 percent on 17-of-38), which was their only real Achilles heel. South Alabama has 69 or more points in all three games so far, though one was a double-overtime finish.

As for LMU, they shot a pretty meager 36 percent from the field in their overtime loss to Troy on Tuesday. The Lions added a rough 20 percent (8-of-40) from outside and 54 percent (7-of-13) from the line. The good news is that LMU was competitive on the boards 44-44 and had just seven turnovers. They’re not going to win too many games with that type of woeful shooting, though. Loyola Marymount has scored pretty well this year through three games though; they’ve got a nice 69 or more points in all three outings so far—though one was buoyed by overtime.

Game Info, Stats and Previews

The Loyola Marymount Lions and the South Alabama Jaguars meet Thursday in college basketball action from Pensacola Bay Center. Here’s a collection of relevant information and reasoning for a sound Loyola Marymount vs South Alabama prediction. We have looked at this information from a betting perspective and attempted to determine the best Loyola Marymount vs South Alabama pick. We will also examine the recent form and player performances for both teams, as well as the recent betting trends and streaks pertaining to this matchup. We will tie it all together to the pick summary, resulting in a sensible prediction for a favorable betting outcome in this game.

LMU Lions Betting Preview

The Lions have three games under their proverbial belt so far this year. First came a tough loss 96-95 versus Queens U in the opener on November 4 at Gersten Pavilion in Los Angeles. Loyola Marymount’s Zion Sensley (six rebounds) and All Wright each had a team-high 22 points along the way. In game two versus Lincoln CA, the Lions were able to roll to a blowout win 102-50. Tops on the team this time was Sensley again with 20 points and 13 rebounds for a double-double.

In game three versus Troy on Tuesday, the Lions took a tough overtime loss 74-69 at Trojan Arena. LMU’s top scorer was Jasai Miles with 17 points and four rebounds in the losing effort.

South Alabama Jaguars Betting Preview

Over on the South Alabama side, they also have three games in the bag this year so far. First came an 86-77 loss to Ohio in the opener at Mitchell Center in Mobile. South Alabama was led by Jalen Langsy in the losing effort with 25 points, two assists and one rebound. In game two the Jaguars were able to get their first win, taking out Jacksonville State in a tense 83-80 double-overtime finish. South Alabama got 27 points from Stephen Williams along with 13 rebounds for a nice double-double in the victory.

Matched up against Central Florida on Tuesday the Jags took a 76-69 loss on the road at Addition Financial Arena in Orlando. South Alabama was led by Aaron Goldstein with 20 points and three rebounds in 35 minutes of work.

Loyola Marymount Lions @ South Alabama Jaguars Betting Trends: November 12, 2026

Why the South Alabama Jaguars will win

• South Alabama has won each of its last four games against non-Conference opponents at neutral venues.
• Loyola Marymount has lost four of its last five games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• South Alabama has won the first half in four of its last five games.

Why the Loyola Marymount Lions will win

• Loyola Marymount has won each of its last five games after coming off overtime.
• South Alabama has lost each of its last four games at Pensacola Bay Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Andrew Jett's Pick: South Alabama Jaguars -1.5