The San Jose State Spartans (3-18, 0-9 MWC) travel to Taco Bell Arena to clash with the Boise State Broncos (10-13, 5-5 MWC). The Spartans look to snap their 12-game losing streak. Action gets underway at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 9, 2019.
San Jose State Spartans vs. Boise State Broncos ATS Odds
Both teams fell in their last matchup. The Broncos fell to the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels, 83-72, while the Spartans were defeated by the San Diego State Aztecs, 67-56.
San Jose State had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (35.3 vs. 25.7) while Boise State had a turnover percentage of 7.4 (better than their season average of 17.1). Alex Hobbs had a good game for Boise State, recording 16 points and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Craig LeCesne fueled San Jose State with 14 points and six rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Hobbs led the Broncos to an 87-64 win. He produced 18 points, five rebounds and five assists. The Broncos’ 16.8 turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the Spartans, who had a rate of 23.3.
From an effective field goal percentage perspective, Boise State figures to have a noteworthy advantage. The sweet-shooting Broncos offense ranks 75th in the nation in that metric at 0.538, while the San Jose State defense is ranked 334th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.548).
San Jose State at Boise State Odds Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Boise State, ATS Winner – Boise State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Boise State ranks 94th in three pointers allowed per game (21.2) while San Jose State ranks 278th (28.9).
- The Broncos rank 88th in assists allowed per game (12.3) while the Spartans rank 247th (16.1).
- San Jose State is 37th in the nation with 2.6 blocks allowed per game while Boise State is 40th with 2.7 blocks allowed per game.
- The Spartans rank 83rd in rebounds per game (37.2) while the Broncos rank 264th (31.3).
- Boise State ranks 25th in steals allowed per game (5.1) while San Jose State ranks 205th (8.9).
Bettings Trends:
- The Broncos have been outscored by an average of 3.6 points in their last five games. On the season, Boise State has defeated opponents by an average of 2.5 points.
- During their last five games, the Spartans have scored an average of 60.4 points per game (4.8 below their season average) and allowed an average of 79.2 points per game (1.2 above their season average).
