South Alabama Jaguars vs Georgia St. Panthers Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The South Alabama Jaguars will take on the Georgia State Panthers in a Sun Belt Conference matchup at the Georgia State Convocation Center on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at 6 p.m. CT. The Jaguars are coming off a dominant win over Mobile, while the Panthers are looking to end a six-game losing streak. Georgia State has the recent edge in head-to-head matchups, having won their last three games against South Alabama. South Alabama is favored to win with an opening line of -6, now at -5.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Jaguars -226 | Panthers +190

Spread: Jaguars -5 (-110) | Panthers +5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 140 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that South Alabama will win straight-up is 69%.

South Alabama Jaguars

The South Alabama Jaguars have established themselves as a dominant defensive force this season, boasting a 9-4 record and a perfect 1-0 start in Sun Belt play. Leading the way is standout player Myles Corey, who is not only averaging 17.7 points per game but also contributing significantly in rebounds and assists. The team's offensive success is evident in their balanced attack, with multiple players reaching double figures in scoring. South Alabama's efficient shooting has been a key factor in their success, as they are connecting on 43.7% of their field goal attempts and 33.6% from beyond the arc. Defensively, the Jaguars are equally impressive, holding opponents to just 65.9 points per game and leading the conference in assists per game. Overall, the team's solid performance on both ends of the court has propelled them to success this season, with a power ranking of 61 and strong rankings in both offense and defense categories.