Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks

Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks

Feb 17, 2025

East Texas A&M Lions

East Texas A&M Lions
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  • Consensus
  • Stats
  • Odds
  • Trends
  • Props

Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks vs East Texas A&M Lions Pick – 2/17/2025

The Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks will face off with the East Texas A&M Lions on February 17, 2025, at 7:30 pm EST. This exciting matchup embraces a riveting clash of strategies, strengths, and surprises, drawing in sports enthusiasts eager to see how these teams measure up. As the game approaches, both teams are gearing up, aiming to secure a triumphant victory in this fierce competition.

Overview of Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks

The Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks have consistently been a powerful force in the basketball arena, known for their robust defense and high-tempo offensive style. This season, they have showcased a dynamic level of play that blends relentless hustle with tactical discipline. Their defense constrains opponents, limiting scoring opportunities and forcing turnovers, making them formidable adversaries on the court. Traditionally a strong road team, the Lumberjacks come into this matchup with hopes to extend their dominance, leveraging their depth and experience to outplay the Lions.

Overview of East Texas A&M Lions

The East Texas A&M Lions, meanwhile, have made impressive strides with a roster defined by agility and adaptability. Known for capitalizing on fast breaks and precise shooting, the Lions are a resilient team, showing they're not easily daunted, especially on their home court. Despite being labeled as +4.5 underdogs, their relentless grit and crowd support can tip the scales in their favor. Their strategy often revolves around exploiting defensive gaps and maintaining an aggressive pace, challenging opponents to keep up with their momentum.

Betting Insights

As the odds suggest, the Lumberjacks are favored to win with the spread set at -4.5. This line reflects their consistent performance and ability to execute under pressure. However, betting enthusiasts should note the Lions’ potential for an upset at home, as they have pulled off surprising wins against favored teams in past encounters. The total set at 132.5 points (-105) indicates expectations for a moderately high-scoring game, considering both teams’ offensive capabilities.

Key Factors

The key factors that could influence the outcome of this game include the Lumberjacks' defensive pressure and the Lions' home-court advantage. For the Lumberjacks, minimizing turnovers and maintaining defensive intensity will be crucial. The Lions must focus on breaking through the Lumberjacks' defensive schemes and sustaining their shooting accuracy. Both teams’ ability to control the game's tempo could also play a pivotal role, potentially determining their success.

Pick and Analysis

In analyzing this matchup, the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks' ability to perform under pressure and adapt to evolving game situations gives them the edge. Their consistent track record and strategic approach make them a tough team to beat. Therefore, taking the Lumberjacks to cover the -4.5 spread seems a sensible choice. However, keeping an eye on the Lions' knack for home-court comebacks might make the total over 132.5 a tempting consideration for those expecting both teams to showcase their scoring prowess.

Ultimately, this game promises to be an engaging battle, where tactical execution and resilience will dictate the final score. Bettors should weigh these elements carefully when making their picks, aiming to capitalize on these insights as the game unfolds.

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Consensus

Spread Pick Consensus

-5.5/-115
68% SFAUS
+5.5/-105
32% TXAMC

Moneyline Pick Consensus

-245
94% SFAUS
+198
6% TXAMC

Total Pick Consensus

133.5/-110
23% UN
133.5/-110
77% OV

Stats

  • Team Stats Per Game
  • Advanced Game Stats
  • Rushing
  • Special Teams

Offense/Defense

SFAUS
Team Stats Per Game
TXAMC
66.61
PTS GM
74.87
57.77
FGA
56.32
.422
FG%
.474
.290
3PT%
.374
13.13
ORB
11.65
0.79
DRB
0.81
37.58
TRB
36.74
18.45
FTA
20.55
.633
FT%
.692
12.52
AST
15.84
4.19
BLK
3.84
15.58
TO
13.55
16.58
PF
15.35

Defense/Offense

SFAUS
Team Stats Per Game
TXAMC
68.32
PTS GM
64.35
57.84
FGA
55.29
.417
FG%
.416
.333
3PT%
.314
11.97
ORB
9.81
0.76
DRB
0.67
35.55
TRB
30.58
19.13
FTA
15.48
.680
FT%
.644
12.87
AST
14.16
3.39
BLK
3.94
14.16
TO
15.32
16.42
PF
16.77

Offense/Defense

SFAUS
Advanced Game Stats
TXAMC
68.2
Pace
67.8
96.5
Off.Rate
110.0
.319
FTr
.365
.368
3PAr
.346
.501
TS%
.566
51.4
TRB%
54.6
51.3
AST%
59.4
12.1
STL%
13.6
11.5
BLK%
13.4
.475
eFG%
.538
19.0
TOV%
17.0
35.8
ORB%
35.9
.202
TF/FGA
.253

Defense/Offense

SFAUS
Advanced Game Stats
TXAMC
68.2
Pace
67.8
98.9
Off.Rate
94.5
.331
FTr
.280
.370
3PAr
.483
.510
TS%
.514
48.6
TRB%
45.4
53.4
AST%
61.6
13.2
STL%
12.3
9.3
BLK%
10.7
.478
eFG%
.492
17.5
TOV%
19.7
32.9
ORB%
28.1
.225
TF/FGA
.180

Odds

  • Spread
  • MoneyLine
  • Over/Under
Open
Current
Book
SFAUS TXAMC
SFAUS TXAMC
Consensus
-3.5 (-114)
+3.5 (-110)
-5.5 (-114)
+5.5 (-107)
-3.5 (-115)
+3.5 (-115)
-5.5 (-115)
+5.5 (-105)
-3.5 (-106)
+3.5 (-110)
-5.5 (-106)
+5.5 (-114)
-3.5 (-114)
+3.5 (-118)
-6.0 (-114)
+6.0 (-107)
-3.5 (-105)
+3.5 (-110)
-6.0 (-105)
+6.0 (-115)
-3.5 (-115)
+3.5 (-115)
-5.5 (-115)
+5.5 (-105)
Open
Current
Book
SFAUS TXAMC
SFAUS TXAMC
Consensus
-166
+138
-245
+198
-170
+142
-238
+195
-166
+138
-225
+184
Open
Current
Book
Over Under
Over Under
Consensus
132.5 (-115)
132.5 (-105)
133.5 (-110)
133.5 (-112)
132.5 (-115)
132.5 (-105)
133.5 (-110)
133.5 (-110)
132.5 (-115)
132.5 (-105)
133.5 (-115)
133.5 (-105)
132.5 (-114)
132.5 (-107)
132.5 (-108)
132.5 (-113)
132.5 (-115)
132.5 (-105)
133.5 (-105)
133.5 (-115)
132.5 (-115)
132.5 (-105)
133.5 (-110)
133.5 (-110)

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