It will be a clash between two phenomenal offenses when the Boise State Broncos (11-8, 3-4 MWC) meet the Utah State Aggies (14-5, 3-3 MWC) at Taco Bell Arena. The game starts at 10 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 18, 2020, and will air on ESPNU.
Utah State Aggies at Boise State Broncos ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Broncos were beaten by the Air Force Falcons, 85-78, while the Aggies beat the Nevada Wolf Pack, 80-70.
Utah State dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had an absurd offensive rebounding percentage of 34.4 (above their season average of 31.9) and a free throw rate of 0.426 (above their season average of 0.280). Nevada was 17.9 and 0.237, respectively, for those same stats. Boise State, meanwhile, held Air Force to an offensive rebounding percentage of 13.8 (below their season average of 23.2). Boise State was lifted by Derrick Alston Jr., who contributed 16 points and five rebounds. Sam Merrill, meanwhile had a good game for Utah State, finishing with 12 points, eight rebounds and eight assists.
The Aggies won the only contest between these two teams last season, 78-71. The Aggies’ offensive rebounding percentage was their largest strength over the Broncos. Utah State had a rate of 16.2, while Boise State posted a mark of 5.6. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
It might be a tough matchup for Boise State on the offensive glass. The Broncos rank 284th in offensive rebounding percentage (24.7 percent), while Utah State ranks 14th in defensive rebounding percentage (77.7 percent).
Utah State Aggies at Boise State Broncos Odds Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Utah State, ATS Winner – Utah State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Utah State ranks 14th in rebounds per game (41.3) while Boise State ranks 189th (34.6).
- The Broncos rank 82nd in three pointers attempted per game (23.8) while the Aggies rank 186th in three pointers allowed per game (23.3).
- The Aggies rank 13th in assists per game (16.7) while the Broncos rank 154th (12.8).
- Boise State ranks 18th in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while Utah State ranks 122nd (3.8).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Aggies have scored an average of 78.0 points per game (0.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 71.4 points per game (7.0 above their season average).
- The Broncos have been outscored by an average of 4.8 points in their last five games. On the season, Boise State has defeated opponents by an average of 6.4 points.
