Eastern Kentucky's Struggles Continue as Trojans Look to Cover Spread in Thursday Matchup

Game outlook

The Eastern Kentucky Colonels will travel to the Trojan Arena on Thursday evening to face the Troy Trojans in a non-conference matchup. The Colonels are currently 4-6 and on a two-game losing streak while the Trojans are 5-6 and coming off a 74-53 road loss against the Ole Miss Rebels. Arkansas-Little Rock opened as a -2.5 point favorite and the line hasn't changed.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Gamecocks +120 | Trojans -144

Spread: Gamecocks +2.5 (-110) | Trojans -2.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 140 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ark.-Little Rock will win straight-up is 59%.

Jacksonville St. Gamecocks

The Eastern Kentucky Colonels have had success offensively as their 86.8 points per game ranks 13th in the nation. However, their defense has been problematic as they allow a high average of 75.9 points per game, ranking them 295th in the nation. This defensive struggle was evident in their past game against the Northern Kentucky Norse, allowing 39+ points in each half and shooting splits of 51.7/50.0/77.3. Senior forward Isaiah Cozart showed exceptional performance on both the offensive and defensive end but the defense as a unit will need to step up if they want to have success throughout the season. They also have an injury report for guard Jackson Holt due to a knee injury. Jacksonville St. is ranked 324 in offense, 23rd in defense, have a power ranking of 190 and a 5-7 overall record. Offensively they are making an average of 43.65% of their field goals and 70.71% of free throws. Defensively, they are allowing an average of 42.53% field goals and 68.60% of free throws.