The San Diego State Aztecs (18-9, 10-4 MWC) and the Utah State Aggies (22-6, 12-3 MWC) go head-to-head at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum. The Aztecs will try to continue their five-game winning streak. Action begins at 9:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, February 26, 2019, and can be seen on CBS Sports Network.
San Diego State Aztecs vs. Utah State Aggies Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Aggies defeated the Boise State Broncos 78-71, while the Aztecs won a close one over the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels 60-59.
San Diego State’s effective field goal percentage was their biggest strength over UNLV. The Aztecs had a rate of 0.438 (below their season average of 0.521), while the Runnin’ Rebels posted a mark of 0.391 (below their season average of 0.498). The Aggies, meanwhile, held the Broncos to an offensive rebounding percentage of 5.6 (below their season average of 25.5) and had a free throw rate of 0.328 (above their season average of 0.258). Utah State was lifted by Sam Merrill, who recorded 32 points and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Jalen McDaniels played a pivotal role for San Diego State with 16 points and five rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Nathan Mensah led the Aztecs to a 68-63 win. He notched a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds. The Aztecs’ turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the Aggies. San Diego State had a rate of 10.5, while Utah State posted a mark of 17.0.
Looking at effective field goal percentage, Utah State figures to have a significant edge. The Aggies defense ranks 28th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.462), while the San Diego State offense is ranked 145th in effective field goal percentage (0.518).
San Diego State Aztecs at Utah State Aggies Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Utah State, ATS Winner – Utah State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Utah State ranks ninth in assists per game (17.3) while San Diego State ranks 121st in assists allowed per game (12.9).
- The Aggies rank 49th in blocks per game (4.3) while the Aztecs rank 129th (3.2).
- The Aggies rank 16th in rebounds per game (40.0) while the Aztecs rank 119th (36.2).
- Utah State averages 22.7 three pointers per game, which ranks 142nd in the NCAA. San Diego State ranks 226th in three pointers allowed per game (24.4).
Bettings Trends:
- The Aztecs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 6.2, up from 5.7 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Aggies have scored an average of 72.8 points per game (5.8 below their season average) and allowed an average of 63.0 points per game (2.9 below their season average).
