Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs LSU Tigers Picks and Predictions for Monday December 29 2025
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On Monday, the Southern Miss Golden Eagles (7-6) face off against the LSU Tigers (11-1) at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This game will air on SECN+. Keep up to date with all the NCAAB action, with our College Basketball predictions.
Southern Miss vs. LSU Game Information
- December 29, 2025
- 8:00pm EST
- Pete Maravich Assembly Center
- SECN+
LSU Form & Recent Results
LSU enters this game riding the momentum of a three-game winning streak, having come out on top in four of their last five matchups this season. Most recently, they notched an impressive 104-90 victory over Prairie View A&M, a game in which Marquel Sutton stood out with a 21-point performance for the Tigers. Throughout this season, Dedan Thomas Jr. has been leading the way offensively for LSU, posting an average of 15.7 points per game. Right behind him is Mike Nwoko, who’s putting up 15.6 points per game, making the duo a formidable threat on offense. In addition to his scoring prowess, Sutton is also the team’s top rebounder, grabbing an average of 9.5 boards each game. When it comes to spreading the ball around, Thomas Jr. again leads the Tigers, averaging 6.7 assists this season. Over their last five games, LSU has been finding success on the offensive end, averaging 81.4 points. With their recent run of good form and a balanced attack, the Tigers will be looking to extend their winning streak to four games as they hit the court once again.
Southern Miss Form & Recent Results
Southern Miss heads into this game coming off a tough loss, having fallen 93-86 to Arkansas State. That defeat was their third in the past five matchups, so they’re definitely looking to get back on track as the season continues. In that high-scoring game, Tylik Weeks was a standout, putting up an impressive 25 points for the Golden Eagles. Weeks has been the team’s go-to scorer all season, averaging 17.8 points per game. Right behind him is Isaac Taveras, who’s also been a key contributor, averaging 15.8 points so far this year. Taveras isn’t just an offensive threat, he’s also Southern Miss’s top rebounder, pulling down 6.7 boards per contest. When it comes to running the offense, Dylan Brumfield leads the team in assists, dishing out an average of 3.1 each game. Defensively, the Golden Eagles have some work to do, as they've given up an average of 73.1 points over their last five games. As they prepare to take on LSU in Baton Rouge, they'll be hoping to tighten things up and avoid their fifth road loss of the season, all while aiming for a statement win against a tough opponent.
Key Players
- Southern Miss’ Isaac Taveras this season: 15.8 points, 6.7 rebounds per game
- LSU’s Dedan Thomas Jr. this season: 15.7 points, 6.7 assists per game
Betting Odds & Market Overview:
- LSU -18.5; O/U 153.5
Southern Miss vs. LSU Picks and Prediction
LSU’s offense has been firing on all cylinders recently, and they’ll aim to keep that momentum rolling as they host Southern Miss in Baton Rouge this week. The Tigers have been putting up impressive numbers, and the home crowd will be eager to see if their team can keep that hot streak alive. On the other side, Southern Miss has struggled away from home, losing four out of their last five road games. The Golden Eagles are searching for a spark, whether that means pulling off a major upset against LSU or at least putting up a strong fight to give themselves something positive to build on for the rest of the season. Final Score Prediction, LSU Tigers win and cover the spread, 80-61. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for Southern Miss with the Fliff promo code. The best sportsbooks are the best way to go when you are betting on LSU. Make sure when you place your LSU vs Southern Miss bet you are using the bet365 bonus code.
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