The undefeated 13th-ranked San Diego State Aztecs (13-0, 2-0 MWC) try to stay perfect when they meet the Fresno State Bulldogs (4-9, 0-2 MWC) at Viejas Arena at Aztec Bowl. Action begins at 3 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 1, 2020.
Fresno State Bulldogs vs. San Diego State Aztecs Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Aztecs defeated the Cal Poly Mustangs, 73-57, while the Bulldogs lost a close one to the UC Riverside Highlanders, 60-57.
San Diego State dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had a turnover percentage of 13.3 (better than their season average of 13.8) and a free throw rate of 0.283 (above their season average of 0.190). For those same stats, Cal Poly had marks of 27.2 and 0.250, respectively. Fresno State, on the other hand, had a much better free throw rate (0.188 vs. 0.036). Malachi Flynn had a solid performance for San Diego State, putting up 14 points, seven assists and five rebounds. Fresno State was led by Orlando Robinson, who finished with 27 points, five rebounds and five blocks.
The Bulldogs dominated this series last year, emerging victorious in both contests. In the last contest, Fresno State won 76-74. The Bulldogs’ 14.6 turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the Aztecs, who had a mark of 17.4. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
Half-court execution will be critical when a pair of the nation’s slowest-paced teams face off. San Diego State currently ranks 288th in possessions per game (67.6) and Fresno State is 292nd (67.5).
Fresno State at San Diego State Betting Pick
Pick: SU Winner – San Diego State, ATS Winner – San Diego State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Fresno State ranks seventh in three pointers attempted per game (29.5) while San Diego State ranks 137th (22.3).
- The Bulldogs average 4.3 blocks per game, which ranks 48th in the nation. The Aztecs rank fifth in blocks allowed per game (1.8).
- San Diego State ranks 48th in steals allowed per game (5.7) while Fresno State ranks 72nd (6.1).
- The Aztecs rank 25th in assists per game (16.4) while the Bulldogs rank 144th (12.9).
- San Diego State ranks 41st in rebounds allowed per game (31.8) while Fresno State ranks 127th (34.8).
Bettings Trends:
- The Aztecs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 22.4, up from 20.4 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 69.2 points per game (1.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 60.2 points per game (6.3 below their season average).
