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Marshall Thundering Herd to Clash with Resilient South Alabama Jaguars in C-USA Showdown: Who Will Prevail?

In this C-USA showdown, the Marshall Thundering Herd will face off against the South Alabama Jaguars. The Herd is coming off a home win against Arkansas State, while the Jaguars suffered a road defeat against Akron. Marshall previously defeated South Alabama in their only meeting last season. South Alabama is currently favored by -4.5 in the betting lines. Will they be able to bounce back from their recent loss with a strong performance at home? Stay tuned for our prediction and more NCAAB Picks.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Thundering Herd +170 | Jaguars -208
• Spread: Thundering Herd +4.5 (-110) | Jaguars -4.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 138 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that South Alabama will win straight-up is 68%.

Marshall vs South Alabama Stats

Marshall Thundering Herd

The Marshall Thundering Herd are on a winning streak, securing five out of their past six games, with their only loss being a home defeat against Georgia State. They have recently defeated Coastal Carolina and Arkansas State, with key players like Obinna Enochili-Killen, Mikel Dawson, Dezayne Mingo, and Jalen Speer contributing to their success. Marshall is currently 8-4 in conference play and has shown improvement in their offensive and defensive stats. They are ranked 150th in offense, averaging 75.52 points per game, and 183rd in defense, allowing 71.36 points per game. Additionally, they have a power ranking of 137 and are 15-10 for the season. Their field goal and free throw percentages are subpar, but they excel in rebounding and defensive assists. Overall, Marshall is showing promise as they aim for their third consecutive win.

South Alabama Jaguars Analysis

The South Alabama Jaguars are currently tied with Marshall in the conference standings with an 8-4 record in C-USA action. Despite some recent losses, including a defeat against Akron, the team has shown promise with standout performances from players like Myles Corey and Barry Dunning Jr. However, the Jaguars have struggled offensively, ranking 244th in the country for scoring. Defensively, they are performing well, allowing an average of 62.17 points per game, ranking them 10th. South Alabama has a power ranking of 198 and has a record of 16-9 overall. They are looking to improve and climb ahead in the conference standings in their upcoming games.

South Alabama Jaguars Proving to be Tough Competition for Marshall Thundering Herd

The Marshall Thundering Herd is currently on a successful streak, however, South Alabama has proven to be a formidable opponent on their home court, with a record of 10-4 for the season. Despite facing a challenging schedule with four out of their last five games played on the road, South Alabama has demonstrated strength in defense compared to Marshall. The Jaguars have consistently outperformed the Herd in this aspect, allowing only 103.2 points per 100 possessions, compared to Marshall's 107.5 points. In their recent games, South Alabama has held their opponents to 62 points or less in three out of four matches. It is evident that the Jaguars have a strong advantage, with four out of their last five home victories ending in double-digit margins.

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