The Fresno State Bulldogs (7-2) take on the California Golden Bears (4-5) at the Save Mart Center. The game is scheduled to begin at 10 p.m. ET on Wednesday, December 19, 2018.
California Golden Bears vs. Fresno State Bulldogs Betting Prediction
The Golden Bears are trying to rebound after their 76-59 loss to the Yale Bulldogs in their last outing. Yale’s effective field goal percentage was their largest strength over California. The Bulldogs had a rate of 0.567, while the Golden Bears posted a mark of 0.373. Paris Austin was the top scorer from either team with 18 points on 6-for-10 shooting.
In the Bulldogs’ last outing, they dismantled the Alaska-Anchorage Seawolves, 91-63. The Bulldogs had a much better free throw rate (0.344 vs. 0.169) and had a much better turnover percentage (9.9 vs. 19.3). Braxton Huggins was the game’s top scorer with 23 points on 8-for-15 shooting from the field.
The productive offense of Fresno State will go head-to-head against the mid-tier defense of California. Dating back to last season, the Bulldogs rank 85th in offensive efficiency, while the Golden Bears are 341st in defensive efficiency. The Bulldogs should have the edge on that side of the ball.
California Golden Bears at Fresno State Bulldogs Free Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Fresno State, ATS Winner – Fresno State, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Fresno State ranks 95th in rebounds per game (34.7) while California ranks 254th (33.9).
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