It will be a battle between MWC opponents when the Boise State Broncos (6-8, 1-0 MWC) welcome the San Diego State Aztecs (8-5) to Taco Bell Arena. The game will air on CBS Sports Network at 10 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 5, 2019.
San Diego State Aztecs vs. Boise State Broncos Betting Prediction
In the Aztecs’ last outing, they topped the UAPB Golden Lions, 76-60. The Aztecs had a much better turnover percentage (15.4 vs. 22.5) and had a better free throw rate (0.286 vs. 0.214). San Diego State received a boost from Jalen McDaniels, who contributed 15 points, nine rebounds and five assists.
The Broncos lost a close one to the Idaho State Bengals in their last matchup, 72-70. Converting at the free throw line was one of Idaho State’s largest strengths. They were 16-19 (84.2 percent), while the Broncos were just 12-23 (52.2 percent). RJ Williams had a solid performance for Boise State, leading the team in scoring with 15 points on 6-for-15 shooting.
After splitting two games last season, these teams will battle for the first time this year. In the most recent contest, the Aztecs won 72-64. San Diego State had a much better turnover percentage (10.8 vs. 21.3). Boise State, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (23.3 vs. 16.7).
McDaniels has averaged 0 points over the last five games for San Diego State.
The productive offense of San Diego State will clash against the mid-tier defense of Boise State. The Aztecs currently rank 67th in offensive efficiency, while the Broncos are 194th in defensive efficiency. The Aztecs should have the edge on that end of the court.
San Diego State vs. Boise State Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes:
San Diego State ranks 39th in assists per game (15.9) while Boise State ranks 211th (11.2).
The Aztecs rank 136th in rebounds per game (36.2) while the Broncos rank 227th (33.2).
Boise State ranks 195th in three pointers attempted per game (20.6) while San Diego State ranks 199th in three pointers allowed per game (25.0).
The Broncos rank 25th in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while the Aztecs rank 26th (2.5).
Bettings Trends:
The Aztecs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 0.8, down from 6.5 for the season.
During their last five games, the Broncos have scored an average of 72.8 points per game (2.9 above their season average) and allowed an average of 68.8 points per game (1.7 above their season average).
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