The Arkansas Razorbacks and Auburn Tigers meet Saturday in the college basketball action at the Neville Arena. Here’s a Auburn vs Arkansas Prediction. This article will include a Auburn vs Arkansas Pick.
Arkansas Razorbacks Betting Preview
The Arkansas Razorbacks beat Tennessee and Ole Miss, and they play South Carolina next. Arkansas has won 7 of its last 8 games.
The Arkansas Razorbacks are averaging 97 points on 48.9 percent shooting and allowing 81.1 points on 42.9 percent shooting. Darius Acuff Jr. is averaging 19.9 points and 2.9 rebounds, while Meleek Thomas is averaging 15.3 points and 2.7 assists. Trevon Brazile is the third double-digit scorer and Karter Knox is grabbing 5.3 rebounds. The Arkansas Razorbacks are shooting 39.2 percent from beyond the arc and 75.4 percent from the free throw line. The Arkansas Razorbacks are allowing 30.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 35.9 rebounds per game.
Auburn Tigers Betting Preview
The Auburn Tigers lost to Georgia and Texas A&M, and they play Missouri next. Auburn has lost 3 of its last 4 games.
The Auburn Tigers are averaging 87 points on 47 percent shooting and allowing 79.5 points on 45.3 percent shooting. Keyshawn Hall is averaging 20.9 points and 2.7 assists, while Tahaad Pettiford is averaging 14.9 points and 2.8 rebounds. Kevin Overton is the third double-digit scorer and Elyjah Freeman is grabbing 4.9 rebounds. The Auburn Tigers are shooting 34.1 percent from beyond the arc and 72.6 percent from the free throw line. The Auburn Tigers are allowing 34.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34.9 rebounds per game.
Why the Auburn Tigers will win
- Arkansas has lost each of its last 10 Saturday day road games against Conference opponents.
- Auburn has won 37 of its last 41 games at Neville Arena.
- Auburn has won the first half in each of its last seven games at Neville Arena.
Why the Arkansas Razorbacks will win
- Arkansas has won each of its last 10 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Auburn has lost each of its last four games against Conference opponents.
- Arkansas has won the first half in each of its last 10 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Arkansas’ last 15 day games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 169 or fewer points.
- Twenty-one of Auburn’s last 22 day games at Neville Arena have produced a total of 171 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Auburn ranks 5th among Division 1 teams for free throws made per game this season (20.5).
- Auburn ranks 6th among Division 1 teams for free throw attempts per game this season (28.2).
- Arkansas is one of only three teams to reach the Sweet 16 in each of its last four NCAA Tournament appearances.
- Arkansas is one of only six teams to reach the Sweet 16 in each of its last three NCAA Tournament appearances.
Auburn vs Arkansas Prediction
Auburn is usually a tough out at home, and it needs a statement win after losing 3 of its last 4 games. However, it feels like we’re getting the free point with the better team. Arkansas is good, and that includes covers in 9 of its last 10 games. Arkansas has been a moneymaker this season, with an 11-4 ATS record overall. With an elite offense leading the charge, Auburn and this recently struggling defense will have its hands full. Arkansas has scored no less than 85 points in 6 straight games. Auburn better figure things out quickly. Give me the Razorbacks in this SEC showdown.