UTEP Miners vs
Jacksonville St. GamecocksPredictions & Preview

UTEP to face Jacksonville State in crucial conference matchup with Gamecocks favored to win

UTEP (17-9, 7-6 C-USA) will be facing off against Jacksonville State (18-9, 10-4 C-USA) on Saturday at 5 PM ET in an effort to improve their conference standings. Both teams are coming off recent losses, with UTEP falling to Kennesaw State and Jacksonville State losing to New Mexico State. UTEP has won two out of three games against Jacksonville State this season, with the Gamecocks winning the first meeting 73-66. Jacksonville State is currently favored to win with an opening line of -4.5. Stay tuned to see which team comes out on top in this UTEP vs. Jacksonville State matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Miners +153 | Gamecocks -190
• Spread: Miners +4 (-110) | Gamecocks -4 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 139.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Jacksonville St. will win straight-up is 66%.

UTEP vs Jacksonville St. Stats

UTEP Miners

The UTEP Miners recently had losses to Liberty and Kennesaw State, putting them fifth in the Conference USA standings. They will aim to improve their position with a win in their upcoming game. Offensively, they score an average of 72.9 points per game, with key players like Ahamad Bynum, David Terrell Jr., and Corey Camper Jr. contributing to their performance. Defensively, they allow an average of 69 points per game, but will need to tighten up their defense after giving up 83 points in their last game. In terms of statistics, UTEP is ranked 225 in offense, 85 in defense, and has a season record of 16-9. They have strengths in three-point shooting and free throws, but need to improve rebounding and turnovers.

Jacksonville St. Gamecocks Analysis

The Jacksonville State Gamecocks recently had a loss to New Mexico State after a win over Louisiana Tech. Despite this, they still lead the conference standings and will be looking to increase their lead and achieve a series sweep in their upcoming game on Saturday. In their last game, they scored 52 points, shooting 30.8 percent from the field and 20.7 percent from three-point range. Jaron Pierre Jr. led the team with 30 points and three assists. The Gamecocks have a strong defensive record, allowing an average of 68.7 points per game. They will need a similar defensive effort to secure a win in their next game. Offensively, the Gamecocks rank #128 for scoring an average of 75.96 points per game, and #96 for defense, allowing an average of 68.96 points per game. They have a power ranking of 137 and a record of 18-9 overall. Their shooting percentages and rebounding stats place them in the top rankings within the NCAAB.

Jacksonville State's Home Advantage Gives Them Edge Over Miners in Upcoming Matchup

Jacksonville State, with a strong home record of winning 11 out of 12 games, holds an advantage over the Miners in their upcoming matchup. The Gamecocks have been proficient in shooting, with a field goal percentage exceeding 44%. Additionally, Jacksonville State has displayed accuracy at the free-throw line, converting over 77% of their attempts in the last three games compared to the Miners' 70% success rate. With a notable ability to secure offensive rebounds, averaging more than eight per game, the Gamecocks create additional scoring opportunities. Their low rate of turnovers, under 10 per game at home, minimizes scoring chances for their opponents. Conversely, the Miners have struggled defensively, allowing an average of 74 points per game in their recent outings. Given these factors, Jacksonville State is favored to cover the spread in the upcoming game.

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