Pacific Tigers vs. Saint Mary’s Gaels Betting Prediction 02/07/19

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A six-game home winning streak hangs in the balance for the Saint Mary’s Gaels (14-9, 5-3 WCC) when they meet the Pacific Tigers (13-11, 3-6 WCC) at McKeon Pavilion. The game starts at 11 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 7, 2019, and will air on ESPNU.

Pacific Tigers vs. Saint Mary’s Gaels ATS Odds

Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Gaels defeated the San Francisco Dons 86-80, while the Tigers beat the Pepperdine Waves 66-59.

Pacific’s effective field goal percentage was their largest strength over Pepperdine. The Tigers had a rate of 0.573 (above their season average of 0.491), while the Waves posted a mark of 0.438 (below their season average of 0.526). The Gaels, on the other hand, were 9-12 from the foul line (75.0 percent) and held the Dons to an offensive rebounding percentage of 21.9 (below their season average of 30.5). Saint Mary’s’ Malik Fitts had a good outing, finishing with 30 points and eight rebounds. Pacific rallied around Lafayette Dorsey, who finished with 20 points and seven rebounds.

The Gaels dominated this series last year, emerging victorious in both games. In the most recent matchup, Saint Mary’s won 72-69. Saint Mary’s did a terrific job of making free throws (18-24; 75.0 percent). Pacific, on the other hand, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (32.1 vs. 25.9). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

Half-court execution will be at a premium when two of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams face off. Saint Mary’s currently ranks 330th in possessions per game (65.9) and Pacific is 254th (68.0).

Pacific at Saint Mary’s Betting Pick

Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Saint Mary’s, ATS Winner – Saint Mary’s, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Saint Mary’s ranks fourth in three pointers allowed per game (17.1) while Pacific ranks 153rd (22.8).
  • The Gaels rank 219th in assists per game (11.4) while the Tigers rank 246th (10.4).
  • The Gaels rank seventh in steals allowed per game (4.5) while the Tigers rank 82nd (6.0).
  • Saint Mary’s ranks 190th in rebounds per game (34.8) while Pacific ranks 235th (33.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Tigers’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 4.0, up from 0.7 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Gaels have scored an average of 76.0 points per game (1.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.8 points per game (2.8 above their season average).