The No. 10 Nevada Wolf Pack (14-1, 1-1 MWC) put their 14-game winning streak on the line when they meet the San Jose State Spartans (3-10, 0-1 MWC) at Lawlor Events Center. The game will air on CBS Sports Network at 11 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 9, 2019.
San Jose State Spartans vs. Nevada Wolf Pack ATS Prediction
The Spartans will be looking for a similar result after topping the Life Pacific Warriors in their last contest, 89-72. The Spartans had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (51.4 vs. 3.4) and had a better free throw rate (0.317 vs. 0.265). San Jose State was led by Michael Steadman, who finished with 15 points and 13 rebounds.
The last time the Wolf Pack were in action, they were victorious over the BYU Cougars, 86-70. The Wolf Pack had a much better free throw rate (0.424 vs. 0.174) and had a better offensive rebounding percentage (23.9 vs. 19.6). Jordan Caroline was the top scorer from either team with 25 points on 8-for-16 shooting from the field.
After the Wolf Pack won both games against the Spartans last season, these teams will clash for the first time this year. In the last matchup, Nevada won 80-67. The Wolf Pack had a much better turnover percentage (10.5 vs. 17.4) and had a better free throw rate (0.197 vs. 0.161).
A number of players have played well over the last five games for Nevada. Caleb Martin has led the way, averaging 0 points per game. Caroline (0 points) and Jazz Johnson (0 points) have also been solid.
Nevada could dominate on the offensive side of the ball as their prolific offense goes up against one of the country’s worst defenses. The Wolf Pack rank 33rd in offensive efficiency, while San Jose State ranks 286th in defensive efficiency. Furthermore, the Spartans, who rank 40th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.290), will face a difficult challenge against the Wolf Pack, who rank 31st in opponents’ FTA rate (0.177).
San Jose State vs. Nevada ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Nevada, ATS Winner – San Jose State, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Nevada ranks sixth in steals allowed per game (4.5) while San Jose State ranks 168th (8.5).
The Wolf Pack rank 82nd in three pointers attempted per game (24.7) while the Spartans rank 240th in three pointers allowed per game (26.7).
Nevada ranks 43rd in blocks per game (4.5) while San Jose State ranks 150th (2.4).
The Wolf Pack rank 64th in assists per game (15.3) while the Spartans rank 159th in assists allowed per game (14.1).
San Jose State ranks 99th in rebounds per game (37.4) while Nevada ranks 187th in rebounds allowed per game (36.8).
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The Spartans’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 0.2, down from 7.2 for the season.
During their last five games, the Wolf Pack have scored an average of 88.4 points per game (8.0 above their season average) and allowed an average of 66.2 points per game (1.2 below their season average).
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