Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs LSU Tigers Picks and Predictions December 29th 2025

Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs LSU Tigers Betting Preview

The Southern Miss Golden Eagles enter 5-7 and look to challenge a high-major opponent, while the LSU Tigers aim to defend home court in this non-conference matchup at Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

Line Movement and Odds

LSU opened as a heavy favorite, with the line reflecting confidence in their home-court dominance. Current market:

• LSU Spread: -18.5 (-118)
• Southern Miss Spread: +18.5 (-106)
• LSU MoneyLine: -4428
• Southern Miss MoneyLine: +1285
• Total: 159.5 (-110)

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Matchup Breakdown

Southern Miss Outlook

Southern Miss averages 74 points per game, with Tylik Weeks, Brewer Carruth, and Isaac Taveras leading the offense. Their shooting efficiency (46.3% FG) and free-throw production (17.2 made per game, 90th nationally) highlight balance. Their 1-5 road record underscores inconsistency, though their close loss to Ole Miss shows competitiveness.

LSU Outlook

LSU averages 88.9 points per game, with Marquel Sutton, Dedan Thomas Jr., and Michael Nwoko providing scoring depth. Their shooting efficiency (51.3% FG) and 7-0 home record highlight offensive strength. Their 11-1 overall record underscores betting confidence heading into SEC play.

Key Matchup / Path to Victory

The game hinges on LSU’s ability to control tempo and boards, while Southern Miss must lean on Weeks and Carruth to pace the offense. If LSU maintains defensive discipline, their depth should create separation.

Injuries / Availability

Southern Miss: No injury updates provided.

LSU: No injury updates provided.

Environment

Pete Maravich Assembly Center provides LSU with a strong home-court edge, where they are 7-0 this season. Southern Miss’s road struggles highlight the difficulty of competing in Baton Rouge.

Best Bets and Prediction

Projected Final Score: LSU 85, Southern Miss 70

• Southern Miss +18.5 → Best Bet. Their offensive pace and free-throw efficiency make them a strong cover candidate.
• Under 159.5 → Total play. Southern Miss’s slower pace points toward a combined score below the line.

LSU’s depth and shooting should dictate the game, but Southern Miss’s offense keeps the spread in play. Expect a competitive contest trending under the total.

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