The San Jose State Spartans (5-10, 1-2 MWC) and the Fresno State Bulldogs (4-10, 0-3 MWC) square off at Save Mart Center. The Spartans look to put an end to a five-game road losing streak. Action gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 4, 2020.
San Jose State Spartans at Fresno State Bulldogs Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Bulldogs lost to the 13th-ranked San Diego State Aztecs, 61-52, while the Spartans edged the New Mexico Lobos, 88-85.
The Spartans had a turnover percentage of 13.7 (better than their season average of 18.7) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.567 (above their season average of 0.454). Fresno State, meanwhile, held San Diego State to an offensive rebounding percentage of 25.0 (below their season average of 33.5). Jarred Hyder played well for Fresno State with 23 points and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Richard Washington played well for San Jose State, putting up 25 points and five rebounds.
The Bulldogs dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the last game, Fresno State won 121-81. The Bulldogs’ offensive rebounding percentage was their largest advantage over the Spartans. Fresno State had a rate of 30.8, while San Jose State posted a mark of 18.2. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
Fresno State figures to have the advantage on the defensive side of the ball. The Bulldogs currently rank 92nd in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.463), while San Jose State is 313th in effective field goal percentage (0.462).
San Jose State Spartans vs. Fresno State Bulldogs ATS Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – San Jose State, ATS Winner – San Jose State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Fresno State ranks 55th in assists allowed per game (11.0) while San Jose State ranks 232nd (17.1).
- The Bulldogs rank 39th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while the Spartans rank 66th (3.1).
- The Bulldogs rank 90th in rebounds per game (37.7) while the Spartans rank 235th in rebounds allowed per game (38.9).
- Fresno State ranks 13th in three pointers attempted per game (28.9) while San Jose State ranks 66th (24.9).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Spartans have scored an average of 75.6 points per game (7.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 80.0 points per game (2.5 above their season average).
- The Bulldogs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 8.4, up from 3.2 for the season.
