The Fresno State Bulldogs (9-3) will be at the San Jose State Event Center to square off with the San Jose State Spartans (3-9) in a MWC matchup. Action starts at 10 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 2, 2019.
Fresno State Bulldogs at San Jose State Spartans ATS Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Spartans beat the Life Pacific Warriors 89-72, while the Bulldogs had no trouble getting past the Alaska-Anchorage Seawolves 91-63.
Fresno State dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a free throw rate of 0.344 and a turnover percentage of 9.9. For those same stats, Alaska-Anchorage put up marks of 0.169 and 19.3, respectively. Meanwhile, San Jose State played a nearly perfect game. They had an offensive rebounding percentage of 51.4 and a free throw rate of 0.317. For those same stats, Life Pacific recorded marks of 3.4 and 0.265, respectively. San Jose State was led by Michael Steadman, who had 15 points and 13 rebounds. Braxton Huggins, meanwhile was a key piece for Fresno State with 23 points.
The Bulldogs won the sole game between these two teams last season, 77-57. The Bulldogs’ 11.5 turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Spartans, who had a rate of 18.4. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
Deshon Taylor and Huggins have played at a high level over the last five games for Fresno State. Taylor has averaged 0 points per game, while Huggins has put up 0 points a game during that span.
The ineffective offense of San Jose State will clash against the top-notch defense of Fresno State. The Spartans rank 286th in offensive efficiency, while the Bulldogs are 50th in defensive efficiency. The Bulldogs figure to have the advantage on that side of the ball.
Fresno State Bulldogs vs. San Jose State Spartans Betting Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – San Jose State, ATS Winner – San Jose State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Fresno State averages 25.3 three pointers per game, which ranks 63rd in the country. San Jose State ranks 239th in three pointers allowed per game (26.5).
- The Spartans rank 24th in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while the Bulldogs rank 68th (3.1).
- San Jose State ranks 83rd in rebounds per game (37.9) while Fresno State ranks 103rd in rebounds allowed per game (34.3).
- The Bulldogs average 7.7 steals per game, which ranks 54th in the nation. The Spartans rank 183rd in steals allowed per game (8.5).
- Fresno State ranks 38th in assists per game (15.9) while San Jose State ranks 156th (12.9).
Bettings Trends:
- The Bulldogs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 10.4, down from 13.5 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Spartans have scored an average of 74.2 points per game (4.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 74.4 points per game (1.4 below their season average).
