The West Georgia Wolves head to Joseph J. Gentile Arena to play the Loyola Chicago Ramblers. This game is a part of the college basketball regular season. It features teams from the Western Athletic and Atlantic 10 conferences.
West Georgia is looking for their first win after a recent 58-75 loss to DePaul. Key players include Justin Redmond with 13 points in their last game. Chas Lewless and Kenneth Chime also showed solid performances on the court.
Loyola Chicago comes into this game with a strong start, having defeated The Citadel 77-52. Dayan Nessah scored 19 points, leading his team to victory. Jason Schofield and Guillaume Grotzinger also contributed to the Ramblers' success.
Loyola Chicago vs West Georgia At a Glance
- Matchup: West Georgia Wolves vs Loyola Chicago Ramblers
- Venue: Joseph J. Gentile Arena, Chicago IL
- Date & Time: Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: MARQ
- Loyola Chicago Record: 1-0, Home: 1-0
- West Georgia Record: 0-1, Away: 0-1
Loyola Chicago Ramblers: On the Path to Success
Offensive Overview
The Loyola Chicago Ramblers average 77 points per game. Their offense ranks 199th in the country.
The team attempts 68 field goals each game, ranking 73rd. However, their effective field goal percentage stands at 51.5.
Defense and Turnovers
Defensively, Loyola allows 10 turnovers per game. This ranks them 71st in the nation.
They record 2 blocks each game, which is a notable strength, ranking them 89th. Their defense also averages 9 steals per game.
Key Players to Watch
Dayan Nessah leads the team in scoring with 19 points per game. He also contributes significantly on the boards with 9 rebounds.
Jason Schofield stands out in the paint, grabbing 12 rebounds per game. He also adds 10 points per game.
Recent Game Recap
In their recent game against The Citadel, Loyola won 77-52. Dayan Nessah was the top performer with 19 points and 9 rebounds.
Jason Schofield also played well, contributing 10 points and 12 rebounds. Guillaume Grotzinger's 11 assists were crucial.
Team Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS as Favorite: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
Can West Georgia Wolves Turn the Tide This Game?
Offensive Struggles
The West Georgia Wolves are looking to improve their offensive performance. They have averaged 58.0 points per game, ranking near the bottom. Their shooting accuracy is low, with a field goal percentage of 33.3.
Despite taking 69 shots per game, their effective field goal percentage is just 40.6. This shows they need to work on better shot selection. The team has managed to make 9.0 three-pointers per game, which is a positive aspect.
Defensive Efforts
Defensively, the Wolves have been better with 5.0 steals per game. They are also averaging 1.0 blocks per game, which is commendable. However, they are committing 23.0 fouls per game, which could be costly.
The team allows too many free throws, leading to easy points for opponents. Improving defensive discipline could help their overall performance. Maintaining low turnover numbers is another area where they have been decent.
Key Players
Justin Redmond is the standout player with 13 points in the last game. He shot 55.6% from the field, which is much higher than the team average. His contribution will be crucial in future games.
Chas Lewless is another player to watch, with 9 points and 5 assists. His playmaking ability can create more scoring opportunities. Kenneth Chime is strong on the boards, grabbing 9 rebounds in the last game.
Areas for Improvement
Free throw shooting is a significant area for improvement, with the team shooting 42.9%. More focus on this can increase their scoring. Rebounding is average, with 40.0 per game, but they can do better.
Improving their two-point shooting percentage, currently at 34.1%, is also vital. Better inside play can lead to higher scoring efficiency. Ball movement leading to more assists can also help in finding open shots.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU as Underdog: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS as Underdog: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
Loyola Chicago vs West Georgia Prediction: West Georgia +18.5
In this upcoming game, Loyola Chicago is the clear favorite with a spread of -18.5. They had a strong start to their season with a 1-0 record, showing solid performance. However, West Georgia's ability to cover the spread in their previous game makes them a contender to keep the score closer than expected.
Loyola Chicago has a better field goal percentage and a higher points per game average than West Georgia. The Ramblers score an average of 77 points per game, whereas the Wolves have only managed 58 points per game. Despite this, West Georgia's ATS trends show they can cover large spreads.
West Georgia's defense could be a key factor in this game. They average 5 steals per game and their ability to force turnovers might slow down Loyola Chicago's scoring. The Wolves are likely to cover the spread of +18.5 by keeping the Ramblers from pulling too far ahead.
Based on the stats and trends, the prediction for this game is that Loyola Chicago will win, but West Georgia will cover the +18.5 spread. A projected final score could be Loyola Chicago 75 - West Georgia 61, indicating a closer outcome than the spread suggests.
- Loyola Chicago vs West Georgia Prediction: West Georgia +18.5
- Loyola Chicago vs West Georgia Score: Loyola Chicago 75 - West Georgia 61
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