The Utah State Aggies (19-6, 9-3 MWC) will be at Clune Arena to go head-to-head with the Air Force Falcons (10-14, 5-7 MWC) in a MWC matchup. The game begins at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 16, 2019.
Utah State Aggies at Air Force Falcons Betting Odds
In their last game, the Falcons lost to the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels, 77-72, while the Aggies beat the Wyoming Cowboys, 76-59.
Utah State played a flawless game. They had an offensive rebounding percentage of 30.0 (below their season average of 32.7) and a free throw rate of 0.367 (above their season average of 0.259). Wyoming had marks of 10.3 and 0.184, respectively, for those same stats. Air Force, meanwhile, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 38.7 (above their season average of 23.6). Air Force was lifted by Ryan Swan, who had 17 points and 16 rebounds. Neemias Queta played a pivotal role for Utah State with 14 points and 10 rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Sam Merrill led the Aggies to a 79-62 win. He registered a double-double with 18 points and 12 assists. The Aggies’ 47.8 offensive rebounding percentage was their largest strength over the Falcons, who had a rate of 20.0.
Air Force might struggle to find the bottom of the net as they square off against one of the nation’s best defenses. Utah State currently ranks 25th in defensive efficiency while the Falcons rank 292nd in offensive efficiency.
Utah State Aggies vs. Air Force Falcons Free Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Utah State, ATS Winner – Utah State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Utah State ranks 17th in rebounds per game (40.0) while Air Force ranks 231st (33.1).
- The Aggies rank 164th in three pointers attempted per game (22.1) while the Falcons rank 249th in three pointers allowed per game (25.0).
- Utah State averages 6.5 steals per game, which ranks 110th in the NCAA. Air Force ranks 188th in steals allowed per game (7.6).
- The Aggies rank 46th in blocks per game (4.3) while the Falcons rank 212th (1.6).
- Utah State ranks ninth in assists per game (17.5) while Air Force ranks 173rd in assists allowed per game (13.9).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Aggies have scored an average of 81.2 points per game (2.2 above their season average) and allowed an average of 69.2 points per game (2.9 above their season average).
- The Falcons’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 9.0, up from 3.8 for the season.
