Lindenwood vs Southeast Missouri State Picks and Prediction – 1/12/2024
On January 11th, the Lindenwood Lions face off against the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks in a crucial Ohio Valley Conference matchup. The Lions, standing 11th in the conference with a 6-9 record, aim to move up the standings. Southeast Missouri State, placed just above them at 8th with a 6-10 record, looks to improve as well. This contest, airing on ESPN+ at 7:30 PM, promises to be a hard-fought battle between two teams hungry for victory. Slam dunk your bets with our College Basketball picks.
The Lindenwood Lions have been struggling to find consistency this season, evident from a 6-9 overall record. Offensively, the Lions are lagging with an average of 66.5 points per game, ranking 332nd nationally. Shooting accuracy is also a concern, with a field goal percentage of 41.5% (313th) and a particularly troubling 3-point percentage of 27.4% (350th). However, free-throw shooting is a silver lining, standing at 73.0% (115th). In terms of rebounding, the Lions are pulling down 29.6 per game, ranking 328th.
Defensively, the Lions allow 71.3 points per game (173rd), with opponents shooting 44.7% from the field (270th) and 33.1% from beyond the arc (198th). Keenon Cole leads the team in points (17.3 per game) and rebounds (5.7 per game), while Darius Beane is the top playmaker with 2.1 assists per game.
The Southeast Missouri State Redhawks, with a record of 6-10, have shown flashes of potential. The offense averages 70.2 points per game, ranking 287th in the nation. However, the Redhawks struggle with shooting efficiency, evidenced by a 42.4% field goal percentage (290th) and a 30.4% success rate from the 3-point line (306th). Free throws are also an area of weakness, with a 66.6% conversion rate (306th). On the boards, they average 31.3 rebounds per game (267th).
Defensively, the Lions are allowing 74.9 points per game (277th), with opponents shooting 46.3% (326th) and 32.7% on 3-pointers (179th). Rob Martin leads the team in scoring (12.0 points per game) and assists (3.2 per game), while Kobe Clark is the top rebounder with 5.7 boards per game.
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Southeast Missouri State Redhawks -3.5
Get expert picks from the hottest cappersIn this clash of Ohio Valley rivals, the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks seem to have a slight edge. Despite both teams having similar records, the Redhawks' slightly superior offense could be the deciding factor. Rob Martin's leadership and Mason Hanback's impressive 69.2% field goal shooting should provide the necessary spark against the Lions' defense. Expect a competitive game, but with the Redhawks prevailing at home. Final Score Prediction: Southeast Missouri State Redhawks win, 74-68.