The San Jose State Spartans (3-8) will attempt to snap their five-game road losing streak in a matchup against the Saint Mary’s Gaels (8-6) at McKeon Pavilion. The game is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 29, 2018.
San Jose State Spartans vs. Saint Mary’s Gaels Free Prediction
In the Spartans’ last outing, they beat the Life Pacific Warriors, 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). Michael Steadman had a good outing for San Jose State, contributing 15 points and 13 rebounds.
The Gaels dismantled the McNeese State Cowboys in their last contest, 87-65. The Gaels had a much better turnover percentage (7.1 vs. 16.8) and had a better free throw rate (0.167 vs. 0.119). With 19 points and 12 rebounds, Malik Fitts had a good outing for Saint Mary’s.
After the Gaels won the only contest against the Spartans last season, 79-61, this will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams. The Gaels had a much better turnover percentage (7.4 vs. 13.0) and had a much better free throw rate (0.255 vs. 0.145).
Jordan Ford has averaged 0 points over the last five games for Saint Mary’s.
Saint Mary’s could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their high-powered offense goes up against one of the worst defenses in the nation. The Gaels currently rank 11th in offensive efficiency, while San Jose State ranks 279th in defensive efficiency. Furthermore, the Spartans rank 52nd in offensive rebounding percentage (34.0 percent), while the Gaels rank 49th in defensive rebounding percentage (75.5 percent).
San Jose State Spartans vs. Saint Mary’s Gaels Odds Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Saint Mary’s, ATS Winner – Saint Mary’s, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Saint Mary’s ranks 13th in three pointers allowed per game (17.9) while San Jose State ranks 222nd (26.6).
The Gaels rank 15th in steals allowed per game (4.8) while the Spartans rank 156th (8.0).
Saint Mary’s ranks 31st in assists allowed per game (10.6) while San Jose State ranks 154th (14.2).
The Gaels rank 10th in rebounds allowed per game (29.6) while the Spartans rank 68th (33.1).
San Jose State ranks 34th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while Saint Mary’s ranks 75th (3.3).
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The Spartans’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 0.2, down from 4.0 for the season.
During their last five games, the Gaels have scored an average of 74.4 points per game (3.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 65.4 points per game (2.0 below their season average).
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