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SFA vs. Lamar Prediction: Picks and Betting Odds – Saturday, February 1, 2025

The Lamar Cardinals (12-9, 7-3 Southland) are 2.5-point underdogs as they attempt to continue a three-game winning streak when they visit the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks (9-12, 2-8 Southland) on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at William R. Johnson Coliseum. The matchup airs at 3:00 PM ET on ESPN+. The matchup has an over/under of 129.5 points.

SFA vs. Lamar Odds
SFA odds to win: -135
Lamar odds to win: +114
Spread: SFA (-2.5)
Total: 129.5

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Game Time and Information

Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM ET
TV: ESPN+
Where: Huntsville, Texas
Venue: William R. Johnson Coliseum

Who Will Win SFA vs. Lamar?

SFA and Lamar Betting Trends, Records Against the Spread

SFA has a 2-6 record against the spread in games it was favored by 2.5 points or more this season.

In games this year in which it was an underdog by 2.5 points or more, Lamar has a 5-4 record against the spread.

The two teams average a combined 7.0 more points per game, 136.5, than this game’s over/under of 129.5 points.

Opponents of these teams have averaged a combined 132.1 points per game, 2.6 more than the point total in this matchup.

SFA’s average point total in outings this year is 129.3, 0.2 points below the over/under in this game.

Cardinals games this year have averaged an over/under of 139.3 points, 9.8 more than the point total in this matchup.

The ‘Jacks have a 7-11-0 record against the spread this season.

The Cardinals are 8-9-0 ATS this season.

SFA Stats & Insights

SFA scores 64.5 points per game (352nd in college basketball) and allows 64.8 (27th in college basketball) for a -6 scoring differential overall.

SFA wins the rebound battle by 3.2 boards on average. It records 34 rebounds per game, which ranks 95th in college basketball, while its opponents pull down 30.8 per outing.

The ‘Jacks make 1.1 fewer threes per contest than the opposition, 5.5 (351st in college basketball) compared to their opponents’ 6.6.

SFA’s 81.6 points per 100 possessions on offense rank 360th in college basketball, and the 82 points it allows per 100 possessions rank 10th in college basketball.

Offensively, the ‘Jacks have played better when playing at home this year, averaging 69 points per game, compared to 59.6 per game away from home.

Lamar Stats & Insights

Lamar outscores opponents by 4.7 points per game (posting 72 points per game, 244th in college basketball, and conceding 67.3 per outing, 63rd in college basketball) and has a +100 scoring differential.

Lamar ranks 69th in the country at 34.5 rebounds per game. That’s 2.9 more than the 31.6 its opponents average.

Lamar hits 7 three-pointers per game (257th in college basketball), while its opponents have made 6.7 on average.

Lamar ranks 292nd in college basketball with 91 points scored per 100 possessions, and 33rd defensively with 85 points conceded per 100 possessions.

At home the Cardinals are scoring 74.5 points per game, 4.1 more than they are averaging away (70.4).

SFA Key Players to Watch

Kyle Hayman leads the ‘Jacks in points and assists per game, scoring 12.6 points and distributing 2.5 assists.

Nana Antwi-Boasiako leads SFA in rebounding, pulling down 6.2 boards per game while also scoring 9.9 points a contest.

The ‘Jacks get the most three-point shooting production out of Hayman, who knocks down 1.6 threes per game.

The SFA steals leader is Chrishawn Christmas, who averages 1.8 takeaways per game, while its blocks leader is Antwi-Boasiako, who compiles 1.3 rejections per contest.

Lamar Key Players to Watch

Alexis Marmolejos is at the top of the Cardinals scoring leaderboard with 15.4 points per game. Marmolejos also collects 3.1 rebounds and averages 2.2 assists per game.

Lamar’s leader in rebounds is Adam Hamilton with 6.9 per game, and its leader in assists is Ja’Sean Jackson with four per game.

Marmolejos is the top scorer from distance for the Cardinals, hitting 2.5 threes per game.

Lamar’s leader in steals is Jackson (1.5 per game), and its leader in blocks is Andrew Holifield (1.9 per game).

SFA vs. Lamar Prediction

Pick ATS: Lamar (+2.5)
Pick OU: Over (129.5)
Prediction:
Lamar 68, SFA 65

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Are you ready for some exciting college basketball action? This Saturday, February 1, 2025, the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks will go head-to-head against the Lamar Cardinals in what is sure to be a thrilling matchup. Both teams are coming off strong performances and will be looking to secure a crucial win.

The Lumberjacks have been dominant on the court this season, boasting a solid record and showcasing their skills in every game. Led by a talented roster of players, including standout forwards and sharpshooters, SFA is a force to be reckoned with. They have proven themselves to be a tough team to beat and will be looking to continue their winning streak against Lamar.

On the other hand, the Cardinals have also had a strong season so far, with key players stepping up and delivering impressive performances. Known for their aggressive defense and quick offensive plays, Lamar will be looking to outmatch the Lumberjacks and secure a victory on their home court.

As for the betting odds, SFA is currently favored to win this game, with bookmakers giving them a slight edge over Lamar. However, anything can happen in college basketball, and the Cardinals are more than capable of pulling off an upset.

So, who will come out on top in this exciting showdown between SFA and Lamar? Be sure to tune in this Saturday to catch all the action and see which team will emerge victorious. Don’t miss out on what is sure to be a thrilling game filled with high stakes and intense competition.

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Associated Press

Lamar Cardinals (12-9, 7-3 Southland) at Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks (9-12, 2-8 Southland)

Huntsville, Texas; Saturday, 3 p.m. EST

BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: ‘Jacks -1.5; over/under is 129.5

BOTTOM LINE: SFA hosts Lamar after Kyle Hayman scored 21 points in SFA’s 79-72 win over the East Texas A&M Lions.

The ‘Jacks have gone 6-5 at home. SFA is 3-4 when it wins the turnover battle and averages 15.7 turnovers per game.

The Cardinals are 7-3 in Southland play. Lamar is sixth in the Southland scoring 72.0 points per game and is shooting 43.4%.

SFA is shooting 42.3% from the field this season, 1.4 percentage points higher than the 40.9% Lamar allows to opponents. Lamar has shot at a 43.4% clip from the field this season, 3.6 percentage points greater than the 39.8% shooting opponents of SFA have averaged.

TOP PERFORMERS: Hayman is shooting 42.9% and averaging 12.6 points for the ‘Jacks. Chrishawn Christmas is averaging 0.8 made 3-pointers over the last 10 games.

Alexis Marmolejos averages 2.5 made 3-pointers per game for the Cardinals, scoring 15.4 points while shooting 39.7% from beyond the arc. Ja’Sean Jackson is shooting 38.2% and averaging 11.6 points over the last 10 games.

LAST 10 GAMES: ‘Jacks: 4-6, averaging 65.0 points, 31.2 rebounds, 12.4 assists, 9.2 steals and 4.4 blocks per game while shooting 42.1% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 66.1 points per game.

Cardinals: 6-4, averaging 67.1 points, 35.0 rebounds, 15.5 assists, 6.3 steals and 5.1 blocks per game while shooting 40.6% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 69.1 points.

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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.

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