The New Mexico Lobos (13-2, 2-0 MWC) head to Provident Credit Union Event Center to square off with the San Jose State Spartans (4-10, 0-2 MWC). The Lobos will attempt to extend their eight-game winning streak. The game starts at 10 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 1, 2020.
New Mexico Lobos at San Jose State Spartans Betting Odds
Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Spartans defeated the Pepperdine Waves 83-68, while the Lobos beat the UC Davis Aggies 74-69.
New Mexico dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a ridiculous free throw rate of 0.418 (above their season average of 0.323) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 48.7 (above their season average of 30.6). UC Davis had marks of 0.172 and 37.8, respectively, for those same stats. The Spartans, on the other hand, had a great turnover percentage of 8.5 (better than their season average of 19.4) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.522 (above their season average of 0.448). San Jose State received a boost from Seneca Knight, who recorded 12 points, 10 rebounds and six assists. Corey Manigault, meanwhile had a good outing for New Mexico, putting up 20 points and 11 rebounds.
This series was highly competitive last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. The Spartans won the last matchup 89-82. San Jose State did an excellent job of making free throws (16-22; 72.7 percent). New Mexico, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (48.1 vs. 25.0). This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
Getting to the line could be scarce for San Jose State in this showdown. The Spartans rank 132nd in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.232, while New Mexico ranks 24th in FTA rate allowed (0.151). Also, the Lobos’ 55th-ranked offense (offensive efficiency of 110.3) will try to exploit the Spartans’ 297th-ranked defense (defensive efficiency of 105.2).
New Mexico Lobos vs. San Jose State Spartans Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – San Jose State, ATS Winner – San Jose State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- San Jose State ranks 47th in three pointers allowed per game (19.1) while New Mexico ranks 248th (26.7).
- The Lobos rank 48th in steals per game (8.1) while the Spartans rank 173rd (5.5).
- New Mexico ranks 22nd in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while San Jose State ranks 63rd (3.1).
- The Lobos rank 33rd in assists per game (16.1) while the Spartans rank 232nd in assists allowed per game (17.0).
- New Mexico ranks 60th in rebounds allowed per game (32.7) while San Jose State ranks 232nd (38.8).
Bettings Trends:
- The Lobos’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 13.0, up from 8.7 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Spartans have scored an average of 69.4 points per game (2.5 above their season average) and allowed an average of 74.8 points per game (2.2 below their season average).
