Pacific Tigers vs Loyola Marymount Lions Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

In an upcoming conference battle, the Pacific Tigers (8-19, 3-10 WCC) will face off against the Loyola Marymount Lions (15-10, 7-6 WCC). The two teams previously met this season, with LMU winning by five on the road. Pacific is coming off a loss to Gonzaga where they covered as underdogs, while Loyola Marymount recently defeated Pepperdine on the road and covered as favorites. The game is set to tip off at 10:00 EST, with Loyola Marymount opening as the -11.5 betting favorite. The line has remained steady leading up to the matchup. Stay tuned for our Pacific vs. Loyola Marymount prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Tigers +500 | Lions -708

Spread: Tigers +11.5 (-110) | Lions -11.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 136.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Loyola Marymount will win straight-up is 88%.

Pacific Tigers

Pacific Tigers have climbed out of the bottom of the WCC standings by winning two of their last four games, defeating Washington State and San Diego. The team is currently 3-9 in conference play and would need to win the WCC Tournament to advance to the Big Dance. Lamar Washington led the team in their last game, scoring 22 points and grabbing eight rebounds. Washington, a 6'4 junior guard, is known for his three-point shooting. The team's top scorers include Elijah Fisher, a 6'6 senior guard, and Elias Ralph, a 6'7 senior forward. Pacific is currently ranked 299th overall in KenPom rankings and plays at a slow pace. Offensively, the Tigers are shooting 43.31% from the field, 29.72% from three-point range, and 71.52% from the free-throw line. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 44.37% from the field, 34.99% from three-point range, and 76.48% from the free-throw line. The Tigers average 35.27 rebounds per game and have a power ranking of 351.