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The LSU Tigers will host the Winthrop Eagles on Saturday, December 17th. The Tigers are 9-1, while the Eagles are just 5-6.
LSU vs. Winthrop Match Details
Fixture: Winthrop Eagles at LSU Tigers
Date and Time: Saturday, December 17th, 7:00 p.m. EST
Venue: Pete Maravich Assembly Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
LSU vs. Winthrop Betting Odds and Spread
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LSU vs. Winthrop Key Stats
The 9-1 LSU Tigers are led by a strong defense that ranks 38th out of 363 teams in the nation in scoring defense, allowing just 61.8 points per game. Their offense, however, has struggled, averaging just 71.5 points per game, which ranks 203rd in the nation. The Tigers offensive rating, 104.7, ranks 177th in the nation, however, their defensive rating, 90.5, ranks 42nd in the nation.
The Tigers are coached by Matt McMahon, who is in his first year with the program after spending the previous seven seasons leading the Murray State Racers. LSU has five top-100 recruits on the roster, however, they are led by senior forward K.J. Williams who transferred from Murray State to join McMahon. Williams is currently averaging 18.6 points per game and 8.1 rebounds per game.
The 5-6 Winthrop Eagles have been awful on the less flashy side of the ball. Their scoring defense ranks 330rd in the nation, allowing 75.8 points per game. Offensively, they have been a middle-of-the-pack unit, ranking 118th in scoring, averaging 76.0 points per game. Their offensive rating, 106.5, ranks 147th, while their defensive rating, 106.2, ranks 318th.
Winthrop is led by head coach Mark Prosser, who is in his second year on the job. Prosser coached the Western Carolina Catamounts for three seasons prior to taking the Winthrop job. While they don't have any top-100 recruits, they do have four players scoring in double figures, led by junior forward Kelton Talford, who is averaging 17.9 points per game and 7.7 rebounds per game.
LSU vs. Winthrop Betting Prediction
The LSU Tigers have played great this season as their only loss came by just two points. Meanwhile, the Winthrop Eagles have been very inconsistent, particularly defensively, leading to several blowout losses.
Look for the Tigers to take advantage of a poor opponent by winning by at least 16 points in one of their final tune ups before beginning SEC play.
Pick: LSU Tigers -15.5 (-105)
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