It will be a battle between MWC opponents when the Wyoming Cowboys (4-12, 0-3 MWC) welcome the Utah State Aggies (11-5, 1-2 MWC) to Arena-Auditorium. The game is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 12, 2019.
Utah State Aggies vs. Wyoming Cowboys Free Prediction
In the Aggies’ last game, they were defeated by the Fresno State Bulldogs, 78-77. Fresno State’s 12.7 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over Utah State, who had a rate of 15.0. The Bulldogs’ mark was better than their season average of 16.3. Neemias Queta was Utah State’s leading scorer with 16 points on 6-for-6 shooting.
The Cowboys were blown out by the San Diego State Aztecs in their last matchup, 84-54. San Diego State’s offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over Wyoming. The Aztecs had a rate of 26.9 (below their season average of 30.9), while the Cowboys posted a mark of 13.2 (below their season average of 19.0). With 18 points on 5-for-14 shooting, Justin James was Wyoming’s leading scorer.
After the Cowboys won both meetings against the Aggies last season, these teams will battle for the first time this year. In the last contest, Wyoming won 83-65. The Cowboys had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (18.2 vs. 9.7) and had a much better turnover percentage (11.7 vs. 18.9).
The ineffective offense of Wyoming (317th in the nation with an offensive efficiency of 96.2) will clash against the elite defense of Utah State (23rd in the nation with a defensive efficiency of 91.3). The Aggies should have the edge on that end of the court.
Utah State Aggies at Wyoming Cowboys ATS Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Wyoming, ATS Winner – Wyoming, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Utah State ranks 12th in rebounds per game (41.9) while Wyoming ranks 225th (32.8).
The Aggies rank 28th in assists per game (16.7) while the Cowboys rank 231st (9.3).
Utah State ranks 33rd in blocks per game (4.7) while Wyoming ranks 135th (2.6).
The Aggies average 6.9 steals per game, which ranks 80th in the nation. The Cowboys rank 83rd in steals allowed per game (6.2).
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The Aggies’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 2.0, down from 13.0 for the season.
During their last five games, the Cowboys have scored an average of 59.0 points per game (9.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 72.0 points per game (4.5 below their season average).
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