The Utah State Aggies (23-6, 13-3 MWC) wrap up their home schedule at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum against the 12th-ranked Nevada Wolf Pack (26-2, 13-2 MWC). The game starts at 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, March 2, 2019, and will air on CBS Sports Network.
Nevada Wolf Pack at Utah State Aggies Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Aggies defeated the San Diego State Aztecs 70-54, while the Wolf Pack beat the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels 89-73.
Nevada played a nearly perfect game. They had a turnover percentage of 10.6 (better than their season average of 12.9) and a free throw rate of 0.200 (matching their season average). For those same stats, UNLV put up marks of 19.8 and 0.127, respectively. Meanwhile, Utah State dominated every facet of their game. They had a phenomenal offensive rebounding percentage of 37.8 (above their season average of 32.0) and a turnover percentage of 7.9 (better than their season average of 15.9). San Diego State was 18.9 and 14.2, respectively, for those same stats. Quinn Taylor played a pivotal role for Utah State with 13 points and 11 rebounds. Jordan Caroline, meanwhile had a good outing for Nevada, recording 20 points and 12 rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Caroline led the Wolf Pack to a 72-49 victory. He recorded a double-double with 15 points and 12 rebounds. One of Nevada’s largest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 17-20 (85.0 percent), while the Aggies were just 11-17 (64.7 percent).
The game should be a matchup of strength against strength as the prolific offense of Utah State takes on the stingy defense of Nevada. The Aggies rank 37th in offensive efficiency, while the Wolf Pack are 16th in defensive efficiency. Moreover, the Wolf Pack rank 262nd in offensive rebounding percentage (26.1 percent), while the Aggies rank second in defensive rebounding percentage (78.4 percent).
Nevada Wolf Pack at Utah State Aggies Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Utah State, ATS Winner – Utah State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Utah State ranks 15th in rebounds allowed per game (31.0) while Nevada ranks 196th (35.8).
- The Wolf Pack rank 22nd in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while the Aggies rank 104th (3.3).
- Nevada ranks fifth in steals allowed per game (4.6) while Utah State ranks 81st (5.9).
- The Wolf Pack rank 57th in three pointers attempted per game (25.4) while the Aggies rank 144th in three pointers allowed per game (22.4).
- Utah State ranks ninth in assists per game (17.3) while Nevada ranks 92nd in assists allowed per game (12.3).
Bettings Trends:
- The Wolf Pack’s average margin of victory in their last five games has been 15.2, down from 15.3 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Aggies have scored an average of 74.2 points per game (4.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 60.2 points per game (5.3 below their season average).
