The San Jose State Spartans (3-22, 0-13 MWC) visit Clune Arena to meet the Air Force Falcons (11-15, 6-8 MWC). The Spartans look to put an end to their 16-game losing streak. The game starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019.
San Jose State Spartans vs. Air Force Falcons Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Falcons edged the Fresno State Bulldogs, 64-61, while the Spartans lost big to the Colorado State Rams, 91-70.
Air Force dominated nearly every stat category in the contest. They had a turnover percentage of 15.7 (better than their season average of 18.7) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 12.8 (below their season average of 24.0). Fresno State was 19.4 and 10.5, respectively, for those same stats. San Jose State, on the other hand, had a better free throw rate (0.136 vs. 0.085). Air Force’s Caleb Morris had a good game, putting up 17 points. Meanwhile, Seneca Knight was a key piece for San Jose State with 14 points and five rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Ryan Swan led the Falcons to a 73-71 win. He notched a double-double with 12 points and 17 rebounds. Air Force had a much better turnover percentage (8.1 vs. 20.0). San Jose State, meanwhile, had a better free throw rate (0.134 vs. 0.047).
Getting to the line might be few and far between for Air Force in this matchup. The Falcons rank 303rd in the nation with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.195, while San Jose State ranks 23rd in FTA rate allowed (0.178).
San Jose State vs. Air Force Pick
Free Prediction: SU Winner – Air Force, ATS Winner – Air Force, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- San Jose State ranks 98th in rebounds per game (36.8) while Air Force ranks 238th (33.2).
- The Falcons rank 195th in steals per game (5.0) while the Spartans rank 231st (4.0).
- Air Force is 39th in the NCAA with 2.7 blocks allowed per game while San Jose State is 55th with 2.8 blocks allowed per game.
- The Falcons rank 186th in three pointers attempted per game (21.4) while the Spartans rank 290th in three pointers allowed per game (29.4).
- Air Force ranks 165th in assists per game (13.0) while San Jose State ranks 261st in assists allowed per game (16.4).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Falcons have scored an average of 66.4 points per game (0.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 75.0 points per game (3.8 above their season average).
- The Spartans’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 23.8, up from 15.0 for the season.
