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Jacksonville State Gamecocks Favored to Win Against New Mexico State Aggies in C-USA Showdown

The New Mexico State Aggies are set to take on the Jacksonville State Gamecocks in a conference battle on Thursday night. The Gamecocks previously defeated the Aggies by a six-point margin in January. New Mexico State is coming off a dominant win against FIU, while Jacksonville State secured a road victory against Louisiana Tech. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 EST, with Jacksonville State favored to win by 6.5 points. Stay tuned for our New Mexico State vs. Jacksonville State prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Aggies +213 | Gamecocks -263
• Spread: Aggies +6.5 (-110) | Gamecocks -6.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 137.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Jacksonville St. will win straight-up is 72%.

New Mexico St. vs Jacksonville St. Stats

New Mexico St. Aggies

The New Mexico State Aggies started off strong in league play in the C-USA, winning their first four games, but have since struggled with six losses in their last eight games. Currently standing at 6-6 in the standings, they are in 6th place in the 10-team league. However, they are coming off a win against FIU, where they were led by Zawdie Jackson with 21 points and four assists. The team has a balanced offensive attack, with four scorers averaging between 10 and 14 points per game. Jackson, their senior point guard, transferred in from Division II and leads the team in assists with 3.6 per game. Christian Cook is their top scorer and outside shooter, while Peter Filipovity leads the team in rebounds. Defensively, the Aggies rank 54th in the country, allowing an average of 67.20 points per game. Offensively, they struggle with shooting percentages, but excel in rebounding and defensive assists. Ultimately, Conference-USA is likely to only have one team in the NCAA Tournament, with the spot going to the conference tournament winner.

Jacksonville St. Gamecocks Analysis

The Jacksonville State Gamecocks currently hold the top spot in the Conference USA, giving them a strong position heading into March. Led by top scorer Jaron Pierre Jr., who is third in the nation in scoring, the team is focused on maintaining their 1-seed for the upcoming conference tournament. They face a tough challenge from Liberty at the end of February, with only a one-game lead over them in the standings. In terms of offensive and defensive efficiency, the Gamecocks rank 99th and 160th respectively. They are also noted for their slow pace of play, ranking 287th in that category. Overall, Jacksonville State has a power ranking of 137 and is listed as a 14-seed in Bracketology, with their success in the C-USA tournament likely determining their NCAA Tournament fate.

Jacksonville State Gamecocks Favored to Outduel New Mexico State in C-USA Showdown

Jacksonville State's Gamecocks boast a superior overall roster, featuring the league's top scorer and a strong chance at securing the regular season title in the competitive C-USA. Their offense, ranked 99th in the nation for efficiency, stands as the standout unit in this matchup. Pierre, a prolific perimeter scorer, poses a significant challenge for New Mexico State, whose lack of elite scorers and lower offensive efficiency (237th in the nation) may hinder their ability to keep pace with Jacksonville State. Although New Mexico State showed promise early in conference play, their success was partly a result of facing weaker opponents. Ultimately, Jacksonville State is favored to emerge victorious in this game, making them a solid pick to cover.

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