Liberty Flames vs Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin’ Cajuns Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Louisiana-Lafayette vs Liberty NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Saint Thomas.

Louisiana-Lafayette vs Liberty Prediction

The Ragin' Cajuns and Flames are set to face off at 5:30 ET on ESPN. The Flames will host the game at Sports and Fitness Center in Saint Thomas, Virgin Islands. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 134.5 points, and Liberty is favored by -12.5 vs. Louisiana-Lafayette.

Louisiana-Lafayette vs. Liberty Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NCAAB
  • Teams: Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns at Liberty Flames
  • Where: Saint Thomas at Sports and Fitness Center
  • Date: Friday, November 22nd
  • Betting Odds LIBRTY -12.5, LOULAF +646 | LIBRTY -1042 O/U 134.5

Ragin' Cajuns Preview: Can Louisiana-Lafayette Pull Off A Win at Sports and Fitness Center?

Louisiana-Lafayette’s recent game against Rice on Tuesday, November 19th, ended in a disappointing 83-61 loss at home. The Ragin' Cajuns entered the game as -3.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 144, just over the 143.5 O/U line.

After trailing 41-40 at halftime, Louisiana-Lafayette struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 21 points while allowing 42.

Ragin' Cajuns Offense Breakdown

The Ragin' Cajuns struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.7% from the field and 32% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.4%, and they hit only 3 of 8 free throws (37.5%). They did manage to grab 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists as a team.

Denver Anglin led the way with 20 points, hitting 5 of 8 threes and shooting 60% overall. Caden Powell was efficient inside, going 7 for 8 from the field and adding 9 rebounds. Michael Thomas also contributed 17 points, connecting on 3 of 5 from deep.

Ragin' Cajuns Team Defense

Even though Louisiana-Lafayette gave up 83 points, they held their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field, including 37% on two-point attempts (17/45). From beyond the arc, the Ragin' Cajuns allowed 8 threes on 25 attempts, a 32% shooting rate.

Louisiana-Lafayette sent their opponent to the free-throw line 8 times, where they hit 3 free throws, shooting 37%. The Ragin' Cajuns also gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.

Flames Preview: Can Liberty Deliver Being Favored at Home?

Liberty Flames Recent Game/Games

Liberty picked up a 68-47 road win over Charleston on Sunday, November 17th. The Flames entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.

After a 29-29 tie at halftime, Liberty's defense clamped down, allowing just 18 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. The game’s total points of 115 fell well below the O/U line of 141.

Flames Offense Breakdown

Liberty's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 52% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60%. They connected on 44.4% of their three-point attempts, hitting 8 of 18 from deep, while shooting 56.2% on two-pointers.

The Flames struggled at the free-throw line, making just 53.3% of their attempts, and grabbed only 5 offensive rebounds. Zach Cleveland led the way with 20 points on 8-of-12 shooting, while Isaiah Ihnen added 13 points, hitting 3-of-5 from beyond the arc.

Flames Team Defense

Liberty's defense was dominant in their last game, holding their opponent to just 47 points. They limited the opposition to 30% shooting overall, with only 16 made field goals on 52 attempts.

Inside the arc, Liberty's defense was just as effective, allowing only 12 two-point baskets on 39 attempts. From three-point range, the opponent managed to hit 4 of 13 shots, also at a 30% clip.

Ragin' Cajuns vs Flames Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • In their last five games away from home, the Ragin' Cajuns have a straight up record of 0-5 while going 0-5 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 62 points per game in these contests.
  • Through their last five home games, Liberty has an ATS record of just 2-3. However, their overall record was 2-3 while averaging 67 points per game.
  • As the betting underdog, the Ragin' Cajuns have an ATS mark of just 1-4 in their last five games. Louisiana-Lafayette posted a straight up mark of 1-4 in these matchups.
  • The last ten games that Liberty was favored, they have an ATS mark of 3-7 while going 4-6 straight up.

Louisiana-Lafayette vs Liberty Prediction & Free Pick

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