The Boise State Broncos (13-8, 5-4 MWC) welcome the San Jose State Spartans (7-14, 3-6 MWC) to Taco Bell Arena. The Broncos will try to extend their five-game home winning streak, while the Spartans look to snap their eight-game road losing streak. Action begins at 9 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 29, 2020.
San Jose State Spartans vs. Boise State Broncos ATS Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Broncos won big over the Fresno State Bulldogs 87-53, while the Spartans defeated the Air Force Falcons 90-81.
San Jose State dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had a great free throw rate of 0.311 (above their season average of 0.243) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.582 (above their season average of 0.455). Air Force put up marks of 0.149 and 0.530, respectively, for those same stats. The Broncos, on the other hand, held the Bulldogs to an offensive rebounding percentage of 13.8 (below their season average of 32.4). The Bulldogs also had a turnover percentage of 27.0 (above their season average of 16.3). Boise State’s Abu Kigab had a solid performance, recording 23 points. Seneca Knight fueled San Jose State with 20 points and nine rebounds.
The Broncos dominated this series last year, securing victories in both games. In the last game, Boise State won 105-57. The Broncos’ 6.7 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Spartans, who had a mark of 20.8. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Boise State could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their high-powered offense faces off against one of the worst defenses in the nation. The Broncos currently rank 59th in offensive efficiency, while San Jose State ranks 326th in defensive efficiency.
San Jose State vs. Boise State ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Boise State, ATS Winner – Boise State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Boise State ranks 71st in rebounds allowed per game (33.1) while San Jose State ranks 257th (39.3).
- The Broncos are 21st in the country with 2.4 blocks allowed per game while the Spartans are 42nd with 2.7 blocks allowed per game.
- The Broncos rank 84th in assists allowed per game (11.8) while the Spartans rank 247th (17.9).
- San Jose State ranks 36th in three pointers attempted per game (26.2) while Boise State ranks 99th in three pointers allowed per game (20.8).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Spartans have scored an average of 75.2 points per game (5.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 82.8 points per game (3.9 above their season average).
- The Broncos’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 4.2, down from 7.6 for the season.
