The Fresno State Bulldogs (6-14, 2-7 MWC) will be at Clune Arena to square off against the Air Force Falcons (9-12, 3-6 MWC) in a MWC matchup. The game gets underway at 9 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 28, 2020.
Fresno State Bulldogs vs. Air Force Falcons ATS Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last game. The Falcons lost to the San Jose State Spartans, 90-81, while the Bulldogs were blown out by the Boise State Broncos, 87-53.
Fresno State did a fantastic job of making free throws (17-19; 89.5 percent) while Air Force held San Jose State to an offensive rebounding percentage of 20.0 (below their season average of 27.1). Lavelle Scottie played a pivotal role for Air Force with 25 points, six rebounds and five assists. Meanwhile, Fresno State was lifted by Noah Blackwell, who contributed 14 points.
This series was highly competitive last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. In the last game, the Bulldogs won 76-50. The Bulldogs’ turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Falcons. Fresno State had a rate of 12.3, while Air Force posted a mark of 24.9. This will be the first game of the year between these two teams.
Air Force could dominate on the offensive side of the ball as their prolific offense faces off against one of the worst defenses in the country. The Falcons rank 51st in offensive efficiency, while Fresno State ranks 266th in defensive efficiency.
Fresno State Bulldogs at Air Force Falcons Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Air Force, ATS Winner – Fresno State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Fresno State averages 27.1 three pointers per game, which ranks 30th in the country. Air Force ranks 273rd in three pointers allowed per game (26.7).
- The Bulldogs are 26th in the NCAA with 2.5 blocks allowed per game while the Falcons are 42nd with 2.7 blocks allowed per game.
- Air Force ranks 77th in assists per game (14.4) while Fresno State ranks 78th in assists allowed per game (11.7).
- The Bulldogs rank 105th in rebounds per game (37.0) while the Falcons rank 251st (32.7).
- Fresno State ranks 32nd in steals allowed per game (5.3) while Air Force ranks 96th (6.2).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Falcons have scored an average of 71.2 points per game (4.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 80.4 points per game (7.4 above their season average).
- The Bulldogs have been outscored by an average of 12.0 points in their last five games. On the season, Fresno State has scored an equal number of points as their opponents.
