The New Mexico State Aggies (12-6, 3-0 WAC) head to UCCU Events Center to square off against the Utah Valley Wolverines (7-11, 1-2 WAC). The Aggies look to prolong their six-game winning streak. The game begins at 9 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 16, 2020.
New Mexico State Aggies at Utah Valley Wolverines Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Wolverines lost big to the Seattle Redhawks, 83-50, while the Aggies barely escaped the Kansas City Roos, 74-71.
The Aggies had a better free throw rate (0.170 vs. 0.105) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.702 (above their season average of 0.528). Utah Valley, on the other hand, did a great job of getting and making free throws (21-25; 84.0 percent). Jamison Overton played well for Utah Valley, recording 10 points. New Mexico State, meanwhile, was led by Jabari Rice, who recorded 13 points, 10 rebounds and six assists.
The Aggies dominated this series last year, winning both contests. In the most recent contest, New Mexico State won 84-77. The Aggies’ turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the Wolverines. New Mexico State had a rate of 11.2, while Utah Valley posted a mark of 14.4. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
The inefficient offense of Utah Valley (261st in the NCAA with an offensive efficiency of 98.4) will clash against the elite defense of New Mexico State (50th in the NCAA with a defensive efficiency of 91.6). The Aggies figure to have the edge on that end of the court.
New Mexico State vs. Utah Valley Betting Pick
Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – New Mexico State, ATS Winner – New Mexico State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Utah Valley ranks 16th in blocks per game (5.6) while New Mexico State ranks 189th (1.9).
- The Aggies rank 20th in assists allowed per game (9.8) while the Wolverines rank 74th (11.6).
- The Aggies rank fourth in rebounds allowed per game (28.7) while the Wolverines rank 150th (35.6).
- New Mexico State ranks 35th in three pointers attempted per game (26.7) while Utah Valley ranks 107th (23.2).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Aggies have scored an average of 83.0 points per game (11.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 55.6 points per game (5.0 below their season average).
- The Wolverines’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 1.0, up from 0.6 for the season.
