The Fresno State Bulldogs (18-6, 9-3 MWC) will be at Dreamstyle Arena to square off against the New Mexico Lobos (11-13, 5-7 MWC) in a MWC matchup. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 16, 2019, and can be seen on ESPN 3.
Fresno State Bulldogs vs. New Mexico Lobos ATS Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Lobos dismantled the San Jose State Spartans 92-60, while the Bulldogs edged the Boise State Broncos 65-63.
The Bulldogs held the Broncos to an effective field goal percentage of 0.392 (below their season average of 0.548) and had a free throw rate of 0.298 (above their season average of 0.233). The Lobos, meanwhile, had a solid free throw rate of 0.300 (above their season average of 0.262) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.617 (above their season average of 0.504). New Mexico’s Corey Manigault had a solid performance, contributing 17 points and six rebounds. Meanwhile, Nate Grimes played a pivotal role for Fresno State with 13 points and 15 rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Grimes led the Bulldogs to an 82-70 victory. He registered a double-double with 19 points and 19 rebounds. The Bulldogs’ 34.2 offensive rebounding percentage was their largest strength over the Lobos, who had a rate of 25.5.
New Mexico might have a tough time scoring as they battle against one of the NCAA’s best defenses. Fresno State currently ranks 63rd in defensive efficiency while the Lobos rank 195th in offensive efficiency.
Fresno State vs. New Mexico ATS Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Fresno State, ATS Winner – Fresno State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Fresno State ranks 48th in assists allowed per game (11.5) while New Mexico ranks 219th (15.2).
- The Bulldogs rank 89th in steals per game (6.8) while the Lobos rank 153rd in steals allowed per game (6.9).
- New Mexico ranks 88th in blocks per game (3.6) while Fresno State ranks 110th in blocks allowed per game (3.4).
- The Bulldogs rank 88th in rebounds allowed per game (33.6) while the Lobos rank 254th (38.1).
- New Mexico averages 27.0 three pointers per game, which ranks 30th in the nation. Fresno State ranks 149th in three pointers allowed per game (22.3).
Bettings Trends:
- The Lobos’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 0.4, down from 0.5 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 77.2 points per game (0.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 68.4 points per game (1.7 above their season average).
