San Francisco Dons vs. Saint Mary’s Gaels Free Prediction 02/02/19

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Expect a defensive battle when the San Francisco Dons (17-4, 5-2 WCC) take on the Saint Mary’s Gaels (13-9, 4-3 WCC) at McKeon Pavilion. Action gets underway at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 2, 2019.

San Francisco Dons at Saint Mary’s Gaels ATS Odds

Both teams lost in their last contest. The Gaels fell to the Pepperdine Waves, 84-77, while the Dons were defeated by the San Diego Toreros, 67-63.

San Francisco held San Diego to an offensive rebounding percentage of 14.3 (below their season average of 26.2) while Saint Mary’s had a much better turnover percentage (11.4 vs. 17.1). Malik Fitts put together a solid outing for Saint Mary’s with 27 points and nine rebounds. Nate Renfro had a good game for San Francisco, finishing with 15 points and six rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, Renfro led the Dons to a 76-72 victory. He registered a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds. Getting to the charity stripe was one of San Francisco’s largest advantages. They made 25 trips to the line, while Saint Mary’s went 16 times.

This showdown pits one of the country’s top offenses against one of its elite defenses. Saint Mary’s currently ranks 14th in offensive efficiency and San Francisco ranks 15th in defensive efficiency. Furthermore, the Dons rank 16th in turnover percentage (15.5 percent), while the Gaels rank 300th in opponents’ turnover percentage (17.1 percent).

San Francisco Dons at Saint Mary’s Gaels Pick

Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Saint Mary’s, ATS Winner – Saint Mary’s, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • San Francisco ranks 41st in rebounds per game (38.7) while Saint Mary’s ranks 186th (34.8).
  • The Gaels are eighth in the country with 4.6 steals allowed per game while the Dons are 10th with 4.7 steals allowed per game.
  • San Francisco ranks 93rd in blocks per game (3.5) while Saint Mary’s ranks 94th in blocks allowed per game (3.4).
  • The Dons rank 126th in assists per game (13.8) while the Gaels rank 227th (11.4).
  • Saint Mary’s allows the fourth-fewest three pointers per game (17.0) while San Francisco ranks 28th (19.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Dons have scored an average of 72.8 points per game (0.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 67.8 points per game (7.9 above their season average).
  • The Gaels’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.2, down from 10.2 for the season.