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Vanderbilt Commodores vs LSU Tigers Betting Preview
The Vanderbilt Commodores enter 15-0 and look to continue their best start since 2007-08, while the LSU Tigers aim to avoid a third straight SEC loss in this clash at Memorial Gymnasium.
Line Movement and Odds
Vanderbilt opened as the favorite, with the line reflecting confidence in their unbeaten record and backcourt strength. Current market:
- Vanderbilt Spread: -8.5 (-110)
- LSU Spread: +8.5 (-110)
- Vanderbilt MoneyLine: -360
- LSU MoneyLine: +290
- Total: 152.5 (-110)
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Matchup Breakdown
Vanderbilt Outlook
Vanderbilt averages 88.4 points per game, with Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles, and Tyler Nickel leading the offense. Tanner’s career-high 29 points vs Alabama highlighted his SEC Player of the Year candidacy, while Miles’ return added balance. Nickel’s perimeter shooting (14.7 ppg, multiple 8-three games) and interior scoring from Devin McGlockton and Jalen Washington provide depth. Their 15-0 overall record and 2-0 SEC mark underscore dominance, though Frankie Collins (meniscus) remains sidelined.
LSU Outlook
LSU averages 86.5 points per game, with Mike Nwoko, Max Mackinnon, and Marquel Sutton providing scoring depth. Their offense has dipped to 70 points per game without Dedan Thomas Jr. (16.2 ppg, 7.1 apg), who remains day-to-day with a leg injury. Jalen Reed’s season-ending injury further hurts their frontcourt. Their 12-3 overall record and 0-2 SEC mark underscore struggles, with coach Matt McMahon emphasizing urgency and defensive intensity after a slow start vs South Carolina.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
The game hinges on Vanderbilt’s ability to maintain offensive rhythm through Tanner and Miles, while LSU must lean on Nwoko and Mackinnon to pace the offense. If Vanderbilt controls tempo and perimeter shooting, their depth should create separation. LSU’s hopes rest on slowing the pace and finding scoring balance without Thomas.
Injuries / Availability
Vanderbilt: Frankie Collins (meniscus) out. No other notable injuries listed.
LSU: Jalen Reed (season-ending injury) out. Dedan Thomas Jr. (leg) questionable.
Environment
Memorial Gymnasium provides Vanderbilt with a strong home-court edge, where they are 8-0 this season. LSU’s balanced offense highlights their ability to compete, though road struggles remain a concern.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Vanderbilt 84, LSU 74
- Vanderbilt -8.5 → Best Bet. Their backcourt depth and home-court advantage make them the sharper side.
- Under 152.5 → Total play. LSU’s offensive limitations without Thomas point toward a combined score below the line.
Vanderbilt’s depth and perimeter shooting should dictate the game, while LSU’s offense keeps the spread in play. Expect a competitive contest trending under the total.
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