The Saint Mary’s Gaels (5-4) square off against the New Mexico Lobos (4-2) at Staples Center. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, December 7, 2018.
Saint Mary’s Gaels vs. New Mexico Lobos Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Lobos edged the CSUN Matadors 87-84, while the Gaels easily got past the McNeese State Cowboys 87-65.
Saint Mary’s played a nearly perfect game. They had a turnover percentage of 7.1 and a free throw rate of 0.167. For those same stats, McNeese State had marks of 16.8 and 0.119, respectively. The Lobos, on the other hand, had a much better free throw rate (0.423 vs. 0.153) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.625 vs. 0.507). Dane Kuiper played well for New Mexico with 15 points. Saint Mary’s rallied around Malik Fitts, who contributed 19 points and 12 rebounds.
It might turn into a shootout as a pair of the nation’s top offenses battle. Dating back to last season, New Mexico ranks 44th with 112.6 points per 100 possessions and Saint Mary’s is sixth (120.5). Moreover, the Gaels rank fourth in turnover percentage (15.2 percent), while the Lobos rank 31st in opponents’ turnover percentage (22.2 percent).
Saint Mary’s Gaels vs. New Mexico Lobos Odds Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – New Mexico, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- New Mexico ranks 54th in assists per game (15.4) while Saint Mary’s ranks 282nd (14.6).
- The Gaels rank fourth in steals allowed per game (5.2) while the Lobos rank 174th (6.3).
- New Mexico ranks 190th in blocks per game (2.9) while Saint Mary’s ranks 264th (2.5).
- The Gaels rank 18th in rebounds allowed per game (28.2) while the Lobos rank 229th (36.4).
- New Mexico ranks 13th in three pointers attempted per game (28.4) while Saint Mary’s ranks 185th (19.7).
