The Memphis Tigers started the season with a win in the 2022-23 NCAA Basketball season over the Vanderbilt Commodores (76-67). They are now preparing to take on Saint Louis Billikens, who are enjoying a 2-0 start to the season, and will also host this encounter at the Chaifetz Arena on Tuesday, November 15th. The Tigers are part of the American Athletic Conference, whereas the Billikens are part of the Atlantic 10 Conference. Both teams are looking sharp and the matchup seems similar.
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Memphis Tigers vs. Saint Louis Billikens: Betting Odds
The Tigers have played only one game so far this season, which ended in a victory. It was against the Vanderbilt Commodores (76-67). It was an impressive away victory and they will travel to Missouri for another tough fight against the Billikens.
DeAndre Williams and Kendric Davis were the two best players on the court for the Tigers. Williams produced 17 points, along with 5 rebounds and 3 assists in the 33 minutes that he played. Davis contributed 16 crucial points, including 3 rebounds and 6 assists. Alex Lomax also recorded a double-double with 10 rebounds, scoring 10 points.
St. Louis Billikens have started two-in-two for the season. In the opening game, they easily defeated the Murray State Racers at home (91-68), and the following game at home too, against the Evansville Purple Aces (83-65). The Billikens are on a five-game home run before they start their away trips. They now have a formidable opponent in the form of the Tigers.
Memphis Tigers vs. Saint Louis Billikens: Match Details
Fixture: Memphis Tigers @ Saint Louis Billikens
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 15, 10:00 p.m. EDT
Venue: Chaifetz Arena, St. Louis, Missouri
Memphis Tigers vs. Saint Louis Billikens: Pick
Kendric Davis will be up against Gibson Jimerson in the battle of the guards. Both players have produced consistent performances and in a tough scenario like this, it will be interesting to see who comes out on top. The margin of error will be fine; there will be a lot for both of them to carry their respective teams.
Best Pick: Total Over 144 (-115)
Memphis Tigers vs. Saint Louis Billikens: Prediction
Both teams are tied 1-1 against each other. They have only met twice in the league and Memphis won their last encounter, which took place in 2021. The game that the Billikens won, goes way back to 2012. There is hardly anything that separates the two teams and it will be a very close affair. Expect a tough fight tonight.
Final Prediction: Tigers (+130)
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