New Mexico Lobos vs. San Jose State Spartans Free Prediction 02/26/19

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The San Jose State Spartans (3-23, 0-14 MWC) and the New Mexico Lobos (11-15, 5-9 MWC) clash at San Jose State Event Center. The Spartans will attempt to put an end to their 17-game losing streak. Action begins at 10 p.m. ET on Tuesday, February 26, 2019.

New Mexico Lobos at San Jose State Spartans Betting Odds

Both teams lost in their last game. The Spartans fell to the Air Force Falcons, 82-68, while the Lobos were defeated by the Utah State Aggies, 71-55.

New Mexico held Utah State to an effective field goal percentage of 0.421 (below their season average of 0.547) while San Jose State did a terrific job of converting from the free throw line (16-19; 84.2 percent). San Jose State was led by Michael Steadman, who put up 21 points and 17 rebounds. Meanwhile, Anthony Mathis played well for New Mexico, recording 20 points.

In their first matchup this year, Corey Manigault led the Lobos to a 92-60 win. He put up 17 points and six rebounds. Getting to the charity stripe was one of New Mexico’s biggest strengths. They made 27 trips to the line, while San Jose State went 15 times.

New Mexico does a great job at getting to the charity stripe. They rank 55th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.270), but San Jose State is among the best in the NCAA at keeping opponents off the line (ranking 19th by allowing a FTA rate of 0.175).

New Mexico Lobos at San Jose State Spartans Free Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – New Mexico, ATS Winner – San Jose State, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • New Mexico averages 26.4 three pointers per game, which ranks 36th in the NCAA. San Jose State ranks 289th in three pointers allowed per game (29.5).
  • The Lobos rank 141st in assists per game (13.5) while the Spartans rank 259th in assists allowed per game (16.7).
  • The Spartans average 37.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 81st in the country. The Lobos rank 260th in rebounds allowed per game (38.0).
  • New Mexico ranks 80th in steals per game (6.9) while San Jose State ranks 239th (4.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Spartans’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 24.4, up from 15.0 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Lobos have scored an average of 73.0 points per game (2.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 74.6 points per game (1.6 below their season average).