Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns vs SE Louisiana Lions Point Spread Picks

Given that Louisiana finished last season averaging just 54 points in regulation during its previous four games, it isn't surprising that the Ragin' Cajuns went UNDER in their opening game this season. That was a 75-64 road loss to Ball State. Louisiana shot 42.4 percent from the field. Look for another low-scoring match here with the Ragin' Cajuns hosting in-state opponent Southeastern Louisiana at the Cajundome. SLU opened its season with an 88-58 road loss to Mississippi. The Lions shot only 30 percent from the floor and turned the ball over 13 times. They missed 19-of-24 three-point attempts and made only 15-of-25 free throws. SLU finished last season averaging just 64.2 points in regulation during its previous four games. So the numbers back a lower-scoring game than what is projected. Take the UNDER.

Southeastern Louisiana has only played one true home game and that was the opener on November 4. They come off a 67-64 loss at Nicholls State shooting 40.7% (plus 5-of-20 from 3-point land) while turning it over 16 times. For the season, they shoot 43.7% as a team averaging 13.9 turnovers. Southeastern Louisiana is on a 14-23 straight-up run on the road. Louisiana won 19 games last season. They're off to a poor start because of a tough schedule, playing the most difficult schedule in the SBC per NET Ranking. The Ragin' Cajuns have won 26 of their last 33 home contests, with the wagering value here on the home team to win outright. Play Louisiana on the moneyline.