Saint Mary’s Gaels vs. Gonzaga Bulldogs Betting Prediction 03/12/19

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The Saint Mary’s Gaels (21-11, 12-5 WCC) face off against the top-ranked Gonzaga Bulldogs (30-2, 17-0 WCC) in the West Coast Conference Tourney at Orleans Arena. The game can be seen on ESPN at 9 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 12, 2019.

Saint Mary’s Gaels vs. Gonzaga Bulldogs ATS Odds

Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Bulldogs had no trouble getting past the Pepperdine Waves 100-74, while the Gaels were victorious over the San Diego Toreros 69-62.

Saint Mary’s played a nearly flawless game. They had a free throw rate of 0.245 (above their season average of 0.221) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 19.2 (below their season average of 31.6). San Diego was 0.176 and 16.7, respectively, for those same stats. Meanwhile, Gonzaga dominated every stat category in their game. They had a free throw rate of 0.242 (below their season average of 0.279) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.685 (above their season average of 0.598). For those same stats, Pepperdine was 0.108 and 0.515, respectively. Brandon Clarke had a good game for Gonzaga, putting up 15 points, seven rebounds and five assists. Saint Mary’s, meanwhile, was led by Malik Fitts, who finished with 19 points and 12 rebounds.

This showdown figures to be a high-scoring affair as a pair of the nation’s premier offenses square off. Gonzaga currently ranks first with 126.6 points per 100 possessions and Saint Mary’s is 21st (114.1).

Saint Mary’s vs. Gonzaga Odds Pick

Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Gonzaga, ATS Winner – Gonzaga, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Gonzaga ranks fifth in assists per game (18.4) while Saint Mary’s ranks 266th (10.3).
  • The Bulldogs rank 39th in steals per game (7.6) while the Gaels rank 147th (6.0).
  • Saint Mary’s ranks third in three pointers allowed per game (17.0) while Gonzaga ranks 110th (21.5).
  • The Bulldogs rank fourth in blocks per game (5.6) while the Gaels rank 164th (2.6).
  • Gonzaga ranks 23rd in rebounds per game (39.0) while Saint Mary’s ranks 176th (34.8).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 89.8 points per game (0.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 65.4 points per game (0.2 above their season average).
  • The Gaels’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 11.2, up from 8.4 for the season.