Santa Clara Broncos vs. California Golden Bears Free Prediction

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The California Golden Bears (1-3) will be at home in Haas Pavilion when they square off with the Santa Clara Broncos (1-4). The game will air on Pac-12 Network at 9 p.m. ET on Monday, November 26, 2018.

Santa Clara Broncos at California Golden Bears ATS Odds

In their last game, the Golden Bears fell to the Temple Owls, 76-59, while the Broncos beat the San Jose State Spartans, 71-63.

The Broncos had a turnover percentage of 11.0 (better than their season average of 19.4) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.548 (above their season average of 0.456). California, meanwhile, had a much better free throw rate (0.191 vs. 0.088). Darius McNeill played well for California with 12 points. Tahj Eaddy, meanwhile had a good game for Santa Clara, recording 23 points and six assists.

The offensive glass could be a major edge for California in this matchup. The Golden Bears rank 51st in offensive rebounding percentage (33.3 percent), while Santa Clara ranks 172nd in defensive rebounding percentage (71.7 percent) since the 2017-18 season.

Santa Clara Broncos vs. California Golden Bears Betting Pick

Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Santa Clara, ATS Winner – Santa Clara, O/U – Over

Betting Notes (2017-Present):

  • California ranks 33rd in blocks per game (4.7) while Santa Clara ranks 227th (2.6).
  • The Golden Bears rank 188th in rebounds per game (35.0) while the Broncos rank 318th (29.4).
  • Santa Clara ranks 215th in assists per game (12.9) while California ranks 320th (9.9).
  • The Broncos rank 149th in three pointers attempted per game (22.4) while the Golden Bears rank 326th (16.0).
  • California ranks 102nd in steals per game (6.7) while Santa Clara ranks 235th (5.4).