The San Jose State Spartans (3-16, 0-7 MWC) and the Utah State Aggies (15-5, 5-2 MWC) square off at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum. The Spartans look to put an end to their 10-game losing streak. Action gets underway at 9 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 30, 2019.
San Jose State Spartans vs. Utah State Aggies Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Aggies edged the New Mexico Lobos, 68-66, while the Spartans lost a tough one against the Air Force Falcons, 73-71.
The Aggies had a superb effective field goal percentage of 0.573 (above their season average of 0.538) and held the Lobos to an offensive rebounding percentage of 24.3 (below their season average of 29.6). San Jose State, meanwhile, had a better free throw rate (0.134 vs. 0.047). Sam Merrill had a solid performance for Utah State, recording 22 points. Michael Steadman, meanwhile fueled San Jose State with 24 points and 12 rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Diogo Brito led the Aggies to an 81-63 victory. He produced 23 points, six assists and five rebounds. The Aggies’ turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the Spartans. Utah State had a rate of 11.6, while San Jose State posted a mark of 28.6.
The high-powered offense of Utah State will face off against the bottom-tier defense of San Jose State. The Aggies rank 60th in offensive efficiency, while the Spartans are 313th in defensive efficiency. The Aggies figure to have the edge on that end of the court.
San Jose State at Utah State Betting Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Utah State, ATS Winner – Utah State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Utah State averages 16.8 assists per game, which ranks 20th in the nation. San Jose State ranks 230th in assists allowed per game (15.6).
- The Aggies average 41.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 14th in the NCAA. The Spartans rank 127th in rebounds allowed per game (34.5).
- Utah State ranks 176th in three pointers allowed per game (23.3) while San Jose State ranks 280th (28.5).
- The Aggies rank 82nd in steals per game (6.9) while the Spartans rank 226th (3.8).
- Utah State ranks 50th in blocks per game (4.3) while San Jose State ranks 183rd (1.9).
Bettings Trends:
- The Spartans’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 18.8, up from 11.9 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Aggies have scored an average of 76.8 points per game (1.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 66.8 points per game (1.3 above their season average).
