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Auburn (18-1) vs. LSU (12-7)
January 29, 2025 7:00 pm EDT
The Line: LSU +12.5; Over/Under: 148.5
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In this article, we will formulate an LSU vs Auburn prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, January 29th at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

LSU Tigers Betting Preview

The LSU Tigers are 12-7 (1-5) this season after they lost to Alabama by a score of 80-73 in their last game. LSU was tied at 40 at halftime, but they only scored 33 points in the second half in the loss. The Tigers shot 39.4% from the field, 13% on three-pointers, and 73.7% on free throws in the game. Jordan Sears led LSU with 21 points and six assists, while Cam Carter added 17 points and five rebounds in the game. 


Prior to that loss, the Tigers lost to Texas A&M by a score of 68-57 but did beat Arkansas by a score of 78-74 before that. LSU has lost five of their last six games and they are currently third to last in the SEC standings with a 1-5 record. LSU has scored 79.3 points per game and they have allowed 70.2 points per game, while also averaging 39.3 rebounds and 13.8 assists per game this season. Cam Carter is averaging 17.6 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game, while Jordan Sears is averaging 14.2 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game this year. LSU is shooting 46.2% from the field, 76.8% on free throws, and 30.8% on three-pointers this season. 

Auburn Tigers Betting Preview

The Auburn Tigers are 18-1 (6-0) this year after they defeated Tennessee by a score of 53-51 in their last game. Auburn led 22-20 at halftime and was able to play great defense in the final seconds for the win. The Tigers shot 30.5% from the field, 15% on three-pointers, and 73.7% on free throws in the game. Johni Broome led Auburn with 16 points and 14 rebounds, while Chaney Johnson added 10 points and four rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that victory, the Tigers defeated Georgia by a score of 70-68 and Mississippi State by a score of 88-66. Auburn has won 11 games in a row and they are the only undefeated team in the SEC. Auburn has scored 84.0 points per game and they have allowed 65.3 points per game, while also averaging 38.3 rebounds and 17.1 assists per game this season. Johni Broome is averaging 17.8 points, 10.9 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game, while Chad Baker-Mazara is averaging 12.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game this year. Auburn is shooting 49.2% from the field, 74.4% on free throws, and 37.2% on three-pointers this season. Auburn will take on Ole Miss after this game. 

Why LSU will beat Auburn

  • LSU has won each of its last seven night games at Pete Maravich Assembly Center.
  • The home team has won the first half in three of the last four games between Auburn and LSU.

Total Points Facts

  • Each of LSU’s last seven home games has produced a total of 151+ points.
  • Eight of Auburn’s last nine night games against the Southeastern Conference have produced a total of 154+ points.

LSU vs Auburn Prediction 

Auburn comes into this matchup looking to stay undefeated in conference play and keep their #1 ranking, but they will be on the road for this contest. Auburn is coming off of a great win against Tennessee, but they have won three of their last four games by three points or fewer. Auburn is scoring 84 points per game this year and they have been very good defensively. LSU is just 1-5 in conference play, but they did win their last home game against Arkansas. LSU has played a very difficult schedule recently, which has included four of their last five on the road. I do think Auburn is going to get the win here, but we have seen them have some struggles on the road and I think LSU can keep this one close. Take LSU and the points. 

David Racey's Free Pick: LSU +12.5

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David Racey

David started writing about sports in 2015, but sports has been his passion for as long as he can remember. David spends most of his free time watching pretty much anything sports related from Baseball to Tennis and everything in between. David likes to analyze statistics and recent results to form an unbiased opinion on whatever game he is breaking down. Follow David on Twitter at @itsyerboi41

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