Stephen F. Austin vs East Texas A&M Prediction 2/17/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Stephen F Austin vs East Texas A&M Prediction for this college basketball game on Monday,  February 17th, at the East Texas A&M Field House. To formulate this prediction, we will examine:

-The Lumberjacks’ recent form and recent player performance 

-The Lions’ recent form and recent player performance

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Stephen F Austin 

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving East Texas A&M

-Recent betting trends in games played between Stephen F Austin and East Texas A&M

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for Today’s Game between the Lumberjacks and Lions. 

Stephen F Austin Just Pulled it Out

There wasn’t anything pretty about the last game for Stephen F Austin against Northwestern State, except that they picked up the win. At halftime, they were up 40-31 and they looked to be in good shape. In the second half the offense scored only 30 points, and they ended up winning by only two points. Matt Hayman had a strong game putting up 25 points, four assists, and three rebounds. Two games ago against UTRGV, the offense scored 85 points, and they ended up winning by 10 points. 

Stephen F Austin currently sits with a 13-13 record overall and during conference play they have gone 6-9. Stephen F Austin is averaging 66.8 points while their defense is giving up 66.2 points per game. The offense is ranked 339th in the league while the defense is ranked 39th. In this game, the defense is going to need to step up and make a real statement. If the defense struggles this is going to be a long game. Matt Hayman has been the top player averaging 13.4 points while shooting 47.7 percent from the field. 

Why Stephen F Austin Will Beat East Texas A&M 

• East Texas A&M has lost each of its last nine night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Stephen F. Austin has won each of its last four games against the Southland Conference.
• Stephen F. Austin has won the first half in each of its last three games against the Southland Conference.

East Texas A&M Fell Short Again

East Texas A&M is having some major issues and they are coming off another loss in the last game. East Texas A&M faced off against Lamar and they scored only 55 points while the defense gave up 65 points and that led to the defeat. At halftime, they were down 35-26 and they couldn’t fight back in the second half which led to the defeat. TJ Thomas was one of the only bright spots for the offense putting up 11 points, four rebounds, and two assists. Evan Phelps also put up 10 points, four assists, and two rebounds. 

East Texas A&M has only three wins this season and only one win during conference play. East Texas A&M is averaging 63.5 points, while their defense is giving up 75.3 points per game. The defense hasn’t been good, the bigger issue has been the offense which has been a major problem. They need to find a way to get the offense going here. Scooter Williams Jr has been the top player for East Texas A&M averaging 11.6 points while shooting 41.14 percent from the field. 

Why East Texas A&M Will Beat Stephen F Austin 

• Stephen F. Austin has lost four of its last five night games following a road win.

Stephen F Austin vs East Texas A&M Prediction

What do we know about both of these teams? The offenses for these teams are an issue, and they are both going to have some major issues getting that going here. East Texas A&M is averaging only 63.5 points per game while Stephen F Austin’s offense is ranked 339th in the league. Look for both offenses to struggle to make some shots, and that will be the difference here, Both teams are going to struggle to make baskets and this game is going to stay under the total.