NEWSLETTER
The Southern Utah Thunderbirds (8-5) will try to stop a three-game losing streak when they host the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks (7-4) on December 21, 2024 at America First Event Center.
Southern Utah lost its most recent game to UT Rio Grande Valley, 78-73, on Wednesday. Jamir Simpson was its leading scorer with 20 points. Northern Arizona dropped its most recent game to Pepperdine, 86-76, on Saturday. Trenton McLaughlin starred with 26 points, plus one rebound and two assists.
When is Southern Utah vs. Northern Arizona and when does it start?
This matchup between the Thunderbirds and Lumberjacks will take place on Saturday, December 21, 2024. You can expect the opening tip at 4:00 PM ET.
Where to Watch Southern Utah vs. Northern Arizona
The Thunderbirds and Lumberjacks will hit the floor at America First Event Center for this matchup on December 21, and if you want to catch the event live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on ESPN+.
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Southern Utah Thunderbirds vs. Northern Arizona Lumberjacks Game Preview
Southern Utah Stats, Odds & Insights
Southern Utah outscores opponents by five points per game (scoring 77.2 per game to rank 148th in college basketball while allowing 72.2 per contest to rank 208th in college basketball) and has a +64 scoring differential overall.
The Thunderbirds are averaging 77.2 points, 6.5 more than the Lumberjacks concede.
Southern Utah makes 7.2 three-pointers per game (246th in college basketball) at a 32.5% rate (238th in college basketball), compared to the 5.7 per game its opponents make at a 30.1% rate.
The Thunderbirds are scoring 87.7 points per game at home. In away games, they are averaging 65.8 points per contest.
Northern Arizona Stats, Odds & Insights
Northern Arizona is outscoring opponents by 9.8 points per game, with a +107 scoring differential overall. It puts up 80.5 points per game (79th in college basketball) and gives up 70.7 per contest (168th in college basketball).
The Lumberjacks post 8.3 more points per game (80.5) than the Thunderbirds concede (72.2).
Northern Arizona connects on 8 three-pointers per game (167th in college basketball) at a 32.6% rate (232nd in college basketball), compared to the 8.2 its opponents make, shooting 35.9% from deep.
The Lumberjacks are putting up more points at home (93.4 per game) than on the road (70).
Thunderbirds Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamir Simpson | 13 | 16.5 | 4.5 | 1.8 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 1.2 |
| Dominique Ford | 12 | 14.3 | 2.8 | 1.7 | 1 | 0.1 | 2.4 |
| Tavi Jackson | 11 | 9.3 | 3.4 | 2.8 | 1.2 | 0.2 | 0.7 |
| Jamari Sibley | 12 | 8.2 | 5.6 | 1.5 | 0.7 | 0.9 | 1 |
| Hercy Miller | 11 | 7.7 | 2.6 | 1 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.6 |
Lumberjacks Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton McLaughlin | 11 | 22.9 | 4.5 | 3.1 | 1.5 | 0.1 | 3.4 |
| Carson Towt | 11 | 13.6 | 11.7 | 3.4 | 1.3 | 0.6 | 0 |
| Jayden Jackson | 11 | 12.3 | 4.5 | 3.6 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Oakland Fort | 11 | 6.7 | 3 | 2.5 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.9 |
| Ryan Abelman | 11 | 5.6 | 2.2 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 1.1 |
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