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Southern Mississippi vs. Ball State: Southern Miss Looks to End Road Losing Streak Against Home Favorite Ball State

In this upcoming matchup between Southern Mississippi and Ball State, both teams will be looking to bounce back from recent losses. Southern Mississippi will be aiming to end their two-game road losing streak, while Ball State hopes to secure a win on their home court. The betting odds favor Ball State as the -3 point favorite, with no movement in the line since opening. This will be the first meeting between these two teams, making it an intriguing matchup to watch. Stay tuned to see which team comes out on top in this Southern Mississippi vs. Ball State showdown at Worthen Arena on Saturday afternoon.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Golden Eagles +140 | Cardinals -165
• Spread: Golden Eagles +3 (-110) | Cardinals -3 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 148.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ball St. will win straight-up is 62%.

Southern Miss. vs Ball St. Stats

Southern Miss. Golden Eagles

The Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles suffered a loss to Appalachian State, their fifth loss in the last seven games, following a victory over Georgia Southern. They have struggled on the road, losing their last two games. The team will look to bounce back with a win in their upcoming game.

Offensively, Southern Mississippi averages 71.7 points per game, but only scored 58 points in their last game. They will need to improve their shooting percentages, as they made 36.5 percent of their field goals and 11.8 percent of their three-pointers in their last game. Andre Curbelo led the team with 16 points and seven assists, supported by Denijay Harris with 15 points and 12 rebounds, and DeAntoni Gordon with 10 points and five rebounds.

Defensively, the Golden Eagles have struggled, allowing 75 points per game on average. They gave up 60 points in their last game and will need a stronger defensive effort to secure a win.

In terms of rankings, Southern Miss. is ranked 229 in offense, scoring an average of 72.57 points per game, and 295 in defense, allowing an average of 75.65 points against them. They have a record of 10-14 for the season. The team's shooting percentages and ranking in the NCAAB are also highlighted, showing areas for improvement on both ends of the court.

Ball St. Cardinals Analysis

The Ball State Cardinals recently faced a defeat against Akron after defeating Buffalo in the first game of their two-game road trip. They have lost two consecutive home games and are looking to break the streak with a win this Saturday. The team averages 76 points per game and scored 73 points in their last game, shooting 54.9 percent from the field and 29.4 percent from three-point range. Jermahri Hill led the team with 19 points and four rebounds, followed by Payton Sparks with 15 points and Mickey Pearson Jr. with 12 points. Despite their offensive performance, the Cardinals have struggled defensively, allowing an average of 74 points per game. Their power ranking is 238, with a #136 ranking for offense and #247 for defense. They have a record of 10-12 overall and have faced Southern Miss in their last three matchups. The team shoots 46.30 percent from the field, 34.49 percent from three-point range, and averages 35.86 rebounds per game. On defense, they allow 43.70 percent shooting from the field and 31.47 percent from beyond the arc, with an average of 34.55 defensive rebounds per game. The team also averages 13.36 offensive assists and 13.77 defensive assists, with 11.86 turnovers on offense and 10.00 turnovers on defense.

Ball State Cardinals have clear advantage over struggling Golden Eagles in upcoming matchup

The Golden Eagles have struggled on the road, losing 10 of their last 11 games, while the Cardinals have shown strength at home, splitting their last six games. Ball State holds a clear advantage in this matchup due to their superior shooting performance, with a shooting percentage of over 48% in the past three games compared to the Golden Eagles' 40%. The Cardinals also excel in ball movement and rebounding, averaging over 10 offensive rebounds per game in their recent matchups, granting them more scoring opportunities. Additionally, their low turnover rate limits their opponents' easy scoring chances. Conversely, the Golden Eagles' defensive capabilities are lacking, conceding over 79 points per game on the road. It is likely that they will struggle to contain the Cardinals offensively. Therefore, it is recommended to select Ball State to cover the spread in this game.

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