The country’s top scoring team will be on the road at Albert Gersten Pavilion, when the top-ranked Gonzaga Bulldogs (17-1, 3-0 WCC) meet the Loyola Marymount Lions (7-9, 1-1 WCC). The game begins at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 11, 2020.
Gonzaga Bulldogs at Loyola Marymount Lions ATS Odds
In their last game, the Lions lost big to the BYU Cougars, 63-38, while the Bulldogs easily got past the San Diego Toreros, 94-50.
Gonzaga played a perfect game. They had a fantastic offensive rebounding percentage of 47.2 (above their season average of 33.4) and a free throw rate of 0.189 (below their season average of 0.248). San Diego recorded marks of 21.1 and 0.115, respectively, for those same stats. Loyola Marymount, on the other hand, had a better offensive rebounding percentage (27.8 vs. 30.3). Eli Scott had a good outing for Loyola Marymount with 15 points and six rebounds. Gonzaga, meanwhile, was led by Joel Ayayi, who contributed 20 points and six rebounds.
The Bulldogs dominated this series last year, taking both contests. In the most recent contest, Gonzaga won 73-60. One of Gonzaga’s largest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 21-22 (95.5 percent), while the Lions were just 9-16 (56.3 percent). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
The offense of Loyola Marymount (173rd in the nation with an offensive efficiency of 102.6) will face off against the top-notch defense of Gonzaga (67th in the NCAA with a defensive efficiency of 92.3). The Bulldogs figure to have the edge on that side of the ball. Contrasting styles will be on display in this matchup. The fast-paced Bulldogs rank 51st in possessions per game, while the slower-paced Lions rank 342nd.
Gonzaga Bulldogs vs. Loyola Marymount Lions Free Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Gonzaga, ATS Winner – Gonzaga, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Gonzaga ranks 19th in rebounds per game (41.2) while Loyola Marymount ranks 268th (30.3).
- The Bulldogs average 4.0 blocks per game, which ranks 66th in the NCAA. The Lions rank 132nd in blocks allowed per game (4.0).
- Gonzaga averages 7.8 steals per game, which ranks 61st in the NCAA. Loyola Marymount ranks 77th in steals allowed per game (6.2).
- The Bulldogs rank fifth in assists per game (18.1) while the Lions rank 189th (12.0).
- Gonzaga ranks 153rd in three pointers attempted per game (21.4) while Loyola Marymount ranks 253rd (17.2).
Bettings Trends:
- The Bulldogs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 23.6, up from 20.3 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Lions have scored an average of 58.4 points per game (8.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 63.4 points per game (3.4 below their season average).
