The Fresno State Bulldogs (21-8, 12-5 MWC) welcome the San Jose State Spartans (4-25, 1-16 MWC) to Save Mart Center as the regular season comes to an end. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, March 9, 2019.
San Jose State Spartans at Fresno State Bulldogs Betting Odds
In their last game, the Bulldogs won a close one over the San Diego State Aztecs, 76-74, while the Spartans lost to the Wyoming Cowboys, 81-71.
The Bulldogs forced 15 turnovers and held the Aztecs to an effective field goal percentage of 0.449 (below their season average of 0.517). San Jose State, on the other hand, held Wyoming to an offensive rebounding percentage of 22.2 (below the 28.1 mark opponents have averaged against San Jose State this season). Deshon Taylor had a good outing for Fresno State, putting up 25 points and five assists. Meanwhile, Noah Baumann played a key role for San Jose State with 27 points and five rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Nate Grimes led the Bulldogs to a 73-53 victory. He registered a double-double with 19 points and 12 rebounds. Fresno State’s 0.620 effective field goal percentage was its largest strength over San Jose State, who had a mark of 0.422.
From an effective field goal percentage perspective, Fresno State should have a substantial advantage. The Bulldogs defense ranks 43rd in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.476), while the San Jose State offense is ranked 337th in effective field goal percentage (0.459).
San Jose State vs. Fresno State Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Fresno State, ATS Winner – Fresno State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Fresno State ranks 23rd in three pointers attempted per game (27.4) while San Jose State ranks 280th in three pointers allowed per game (29.8).
- The Bulldogs average 35.9 rebounds per game, which ranks 123rd in the country. The Spartans rank 224th in rebounds allowed per game (36.8).
- The Bulldogs rank 54th in assists allowed per game (11.6) while the Spartans rank 260th (16.9).
- Fresno State ranks 72nd in steals per game (7.0) while San Jose State ranks 232nd (4.3).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 71.4 points per game (4.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.0 points per game (1.9 above their season average).
- The Spartans’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 13.2, down from 14.5 for the season.
