The New Mexico Lobos (16-7, 5-5 MWC) will be at the Save Mart Center to take on the Fresno State Bulldogs (7-14, 3-7 MWC) in a MWC matchup. The game begins at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 1, 2020.
New Mexico Lobos vs. Fresno State Bulldogs Betting Odds
In their last matchup, the Bulldogs beat the Air Force Falcons, 79-68, while the Lobos were blown out by the fourth-ranked San Diego State Aztecs, 85-57.
Fresno State dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had a superb free throw rate of 0.259 (above their season average of 0.211) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 31.3 (below their season average of 31.6). For those same stats, Air Force put up marks of 0.153 and 25.7, respectively. New Mexico, on the other hand, had a turnover percentage of 12.4 (better than their season average of 18.4). Nate Grimes led the way for Fresno State, finishing with 21 points and nine rebounds. Meanwhile, New Mexico was led by Corey Manigault, who had 12 points.
In their first matchup this season, Vance Jackson led the Lobos to a 78-64 win. He notched a double-double with 29 points and 13 rebounds. New Mexico’s free throw rate was their biggest strength over Fresno State. The Lobos had a rate of 0.259, while the Bulldogs posted a mark of 0.156.
The offensive glass could be a huge edge for Fresno State in this contest. The Bulldogs rank 83rd in offensive rebounding percentage (31.6 percent), while New Mexico ranks 286th in defensive rebounding percentage (69.6 percent). It will also be a tale of two styles as the fast-paced Lobos rank 39th in possessions per game, while the more methodical Bulldogs rank 324th.
New Mexico vs. Fresno State Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Fresno State, ATS Winner – Fresno State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Fresno State averages 27.3 three pointers per game, which ranks 24th in the NCAA. New Mexico ranks 265th in three pointers allowed per game (27.4).
- The Bulldogs average 37.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 99th in the NCAA. The Lobos rank 145th in rebounds allowed per game (35.2).
- Fresno State allows the 27th-fewest blocks per game (2.5) while New Mexico ranks 41st (2.7).
- The Lobos rank 36th in assists per game (15.3) while the Bulldogs rank 216th (11.8).
- New Mexico ranks 47th in steals per game (7.9) while Fresno State ranks 204th (5.2).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 64.0 points per game (4.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 71.0 points per game (3.3 above their season average).
- The Lobos have been outscored by an average of 15.4 points in their last five games. For the season, New Mexico has defeated opponents by an average of 3.1 points.
