The San Diego State Aztecs (6-0) will be in the Las Vegas Invitational at Orleans Arena when they go head-to-head with the Creighton Bluejays (4-1). The game starts at 10:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 28, 2019.
Creighton Bluejays vs. San Diego State Aztecs ATS Odds
Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Aztecs defeated the Tennessee State Tigers 62-49, while the Bluejays beat the North Florida Ospreys 76-67.
The Bluejays held the Ospreys to an effective field goal percentage of 0.393 (below their season average of 0.533) and had a better turnover percentage (14.1 vs. 14.6). The Aztecs, meanwhile, forced 18 turnovers and had a free throw rate of 0.286 (above their season average of 0.130). San Diego State’s Malachi Flynn played well, finishing with 11 points. Mitch Ballock, meanwhile was a key piece for Creighton with 15 points and 11 rebounds.
San Diego State could have difficulty getting to the free throw line in this battle. Since last season, the Aztecs rank 172nd in the nation with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.235, while Creighton ranks 28th in FTA rate allowed (0.182). Furthermore, the 48th-ranked offense of the Bluejays (offensive efficiency of 110.7) will battle against the 39th-ranked defense of the Aztecs (defensive efficiency of 96.1).
Creighton vs. San Diego State Odds Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – San Diego State, ATS Winner – San Diego State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Creighton averages 27.1 three pointers per game, which ranks 26th in the nation. San Diego State ranks 232nd in three pointers allowed per game (23.4).
- The Aztecs rank 27th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while the Bluejays rank 143rd (3.3).
- The Aztecs average 14.6 assists per game, which ranks 66th in the NCAA. The Bluejays rank 222nd in assists allowed per game (13.7).
- San Diego State ranks 109th in rebounds per game (36.7) while Creighton ranks 231st (34.3).
