The San Jose State Spartans (3-8) visit Leavey Center to square off against the Santa Clara Broncos (10-2). The Spartans look to snap their six-game losing streak. Action starts at 10 p.m. ET on Wednesday, December 18, 2019.
San Jose State Spartans vs. Santa Clara Broncos ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Broncos edged the Sacramento State Hornets, 60-58, while the Spartans were blown out by the Stanford Cardinal, 78-58.
Santa Clara’s turnover percentage was their largest advantage over Sacramento State. The Broncos had a rate of 13.8 (better than their season average of 18.0), while the Hornets posted a mark of 25.0 (above their season average of 17.0). San Jose State, meanwhile, did a terrific job of making free throws (17-23; 73.9 percent). Santa Clara rallied around Josip Vrankic, who had 15 points, five rebounds and five assists. Meanwhile, Brae Ivey was a key piece for San Jose State with 11 points and five rebounds.
The Broncos won the only contest between these two teams last season, 71-63. Santa Clara had a better turnover percentage (11.0 vs. 14.0). San Jose State, meanwhile, did an excellent job of making free throws (7-10; 70.0 percent). This is the first time these teams will battle this year.
Santa Clara should have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. The Broncos currently rank 100th in effective field goal percentage (0.535), while San Jose State ranks 222nd in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.499).
San Jose State Spartans vs. Santa Clara Broncos Free Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Santa Clara, ATS Winner – Santa Clara, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Santa Clara ranks 84th in assists per game (16.5) while San Jose State ranks 234th in assists allowed per game (16.5).
- The Broncos rank 176th in steals per game (7.1) while the Spartans rank 184th in steals allowed per game (8.5).
- San Jose State is 29th in the NCAA with 18.9 three pointers allowed per game while Santa Clara is 36th with 17.9 three pointers allowed per game.
- The Broncos rank 106th in rebounds allowed per game (34.3) while the Spartans rank 236th (39.0).
- Santa Clara is 21st in the nation with 1.5 blocks allowed per game while San Jose State is 40th with 2.6 blocks allowed per game.
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Spartans have scored an average of 57.2 points per game (6.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 76.8 points per game (0.3 above their season average).
- The Broncos’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 3.4, down from 11.9 for the season.
