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Auburn Tigers Dominate While LSU Tigers Struggle in College Basketball Season: Highly Anticipated SEC Showdown on the Horizon

The Auburn Tigers are set to face off against the LSU Tigers in an SEC showdown, with Auburn coming off a road win against Tennessee and LSU suffering a road defeat against Alabama. Auburn emerged victorious in their only meeting last season. Auburn is the betting favorite with a current line of -12, but the question remains whether they can stay undefeated in SEC play. Read on for a detailed prediction of the Auburn vs. LSU matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Tigers -900 | Tigers +595
• Spread: Tigers -12 (-110) | Tigers +12 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 148.75 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Auburn will win straight-up is 90%.

Auburn vs LSU Stats

Auburn Tigers

The Auburn Tigers are currently undefeated in SEC play with a record of 6-0, including wins against tough opponents like Texas and Mississippi State. They have covered the spread in just one of their past five games. Senior forward Johni Broome has been a standout player, averaging 17.8 PPG, while senior guard Chad Baker-Mazara has shown inconsistency in shooting. The team has five players averaging double digits in scoring, with senior guard Miles Kelly shooting 50% in four of his previous five games. Auburn is currently ranked 1st in Ken Pomeroy's ratings and remains at the #1 spot in the AP Top 25. Offensively, they are ranked 9th and defensively, they are ranked 45th with an overall record of 18-1.

LSU Tigers Analysis

The LSU Tigers are looking to secure their second conference win after a shaky start in SEC play, with a 1-5 record. Despite recent losses to Mississippi and Alabama, they have covered the spread in three of their past five games. Cam Carter is a key player for the team, averaging 17.6 PPG, while Jalen Reed is out for the season. Vyctorius Miller has been struggling offensively recently, averaging 10.1 PPG. Daimion Collins has been shooting well, connecting on 60% of his field goals. The Tigers have a power ranking of 310 and are ranked #66 in offense, averaging 79.67 points per game, and #122 in defense, allowing 69.61 points per game. They are 12-7 overall and 9-9-1 ATS. LSU's field goal percentage is 46.65%, while their free throw percentage is 76.94%. They make an average of 31.73% of their three-pointers. On defense, they allow opponents to shoot 39.34% from the field and 68.90% from the free-throw line. They average 35.67 defensive rebounds per game.

Auburn Tigers Dominate While LSU Tigers Struggle in College Basketball Season

The Auburn Tigers have demonstrated their strength as a top performing team this season, with only one loss to ranked Duke early in the season. Their subsequent 11-game winning streak showcases their dominance in the sport. In contrast, the LSU Tigers have struggled in conference play, losing five of their last six games. When comparing offensive capabilities, Auburn's remarkable average of 129 points per 100 possessions surpasses LSU's 110.8 points per 100 possessions. Defensively, Auburn also holds an advantage by conceding 5.1 fewer points per 100 possessions compared to LSU. LSU's recent losses have often been by significant margins, with five out of their last six defeats by eight points or more. Auburn's consistent performance on both ends of the court sets them apart as a strong contender in the league.

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