The Cal Poly Mustangs (2-8) and the Sacramento State Hornets (6-2) go head-to-head at The Hornets Nest. The Mustangs will attempt to end a six-game road losing streak. The game starts at 10:05 p.m. ET on Wednesday, December 18, 2019.
Cal Poly Mustangs vs. Sacramento State Hornets Betting Odds
Both teams fell in their last game. The Hornets lost a winnable game to the Santa Clara Broncos, 60-58, while the Mustangs lost big to the Fresno State Bulldogs, 62-37.
Cal Poly did a great job of converting from the free throw line (12-15; 80.0 percent) while Sacramento State did an excellent job of making free throws (17-23; 73.9 percent). Joshua Patton had a good game for Sacramento State, contributing 10 points and nine rebounds. Junior Ballard was a key piece for Cal Poly with 10 points.
It could be a mistake-prone game for the Cal Poly offense. Since last season, Cal Poly ranks 270th in the nation in ball protection (turnover percentage of 18.0 percent), while the disruptive defense of Sacramento State has forced the 74th-most turnovers in the NCAA (22.4 percent).
Cal Poly at Sacramento State Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Sacramento State, ATS Winner – Sacramento State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Sacramento State ranks 68th in steals per game (7.5) while Cal Poly ranks 169th in steals allowed per game (5.9).
- The Hornets average 13.5 assists per game, which ranks 110th in the country. The Mustangs rank 152nd in assists allowed per game (14.1).
- Cal Poly ranks 248th in three pointers attempted per game (22.1) while Sacramento State ranks 271st (16.0).
- The Hornets rank 169th in rebounds per game (34.9) while the Mustangs rank 255th (32.7).
- Cal Poly ranks 49th in blocks allowed per game (3.3) while Sacramento State ranks 113th (3.6).
