The matchup between the South Alabama Jaguars and the Marshall Thundering Herd is drawing attention as they prepare to clash at the Cam Henderson Center on February 16 at 7:00 PM in Huntington, West Virginia. Marshall enters the game as a -3.5 point favorite against South Alabama, indicating confidence in their ability to secure a victory. The Over/Under for the game is set at 149.5 total points.
According to game simulations, the model predicts a 67.0% chance for Marshall to clinch a win, influenced by player performances, injuries, and recent matchups. Additionally, Marshall is forecasted to cover the spread with a 56.2% confidence rate.
South Alabama has demonstrated strong performance recently, having achieved a Moneyline win in 6 of their last 7 games and covering the spread in 9 out of their last 13 games. The Jaguars have also been consistent in hitting the Game Total Over in their past three contests.
On the other hand, Marshall’s recent form reflects a mixed bag. While they have correlated well with over-under trends at home, their overall season record against the spread shows some struggling, sitting at 8-17.
Statistically, South Alabama has been exceptional at managing turnovers, averaging just 8.5 per game since the start of the current season—a notable achievement compared to the league average. Their assist-to-turnover ratio is also impressive at 1.5, making them one of the top teams in this aspect within the Sunbelt Conference.
Conversely, Marshall’s offensive stats indicate a strong shooting efficiency, with a true shooting percentage of 50% this season, the best among Sunbelt teams. However, defensively, both teams have had their challenges, with South Alabama allowing the highest number of three-pointers among Division 1 teams.
As both teams gear up for this important matchup, fans can expect an exhilarating game, with both colleges vying for crucial win to boost their standings. The thrilling atmosphere and competitive edge are likely to make this a notable event in the college basketball calendar.