The 25th-ranked Utah State Aggies (7-1) will be at the Provident Credit Union Event Center to meet the San Jose State Spartans (3-5) in a MWC matchup. The game will air on ESPN2 at 11:15 p.m. ET on Wednesday, December 4, 2019.
Utah State Aggies vs. San Jose State Spartans Betting Odds
Both teams fell in their last contest. The Spartans lost big to the UCLA Bruins, 93-64, while the Aggies fell to the Saint Mary’s Gaels, 81-73.
Utah State held Saint Mary’s to an offensive rebounding percentage of 16.7 (below their season average of 28.9) while San Jose State did an excellent job of getting to and converting from the charity stripe (22-29; 75.9 percent). Zach Chappell played a key role for San Jose State with 12 points. Meanwhile, Utah State was led by Justin Bean, who contributed 24 points and nine rebounds.
The Aggies dominated this series last year, securing victories in both contests. In the last contest, Utah State won 103-73. The Aggies’ 8.8 turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Spartans, who had a rate of 20.3.
San Jose State might struggle to put up points as they face off against one of the nation’s best defenses. Dating back to last season, Utah State ranks 22nd in defensive efficiency while the Spartans rank 343rd in offensive efficiency. Moreover, the Aggies have been among the country’s elite at getting to the line, ranking 18th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.281). The Spartans, however, rank 33rd in opponents’ FTA rate (0.180).
Utah State Aggies vs. San Jose State Spartans Pick
Pick: SU Winner – San Jose State, ATS Winner – San Jose State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Utah State averages 17.1 assists per game, which ranks eighth in the country. San Jose State ranks 323rd in assists allowed per game (17.8).
- The Aggies average 21.8 three pointers per game, which ranks 184th in the NCAA. The Spartans rank 322nd in three pointers allowed per game (27.9).
- Utah State ranks 159th in steals per game (6.3) while San Jose State ranks 294th (4.5).
- The Aggies average 40.4 rebounds per game, which ranks 11th in the country. The Spartans rank 265th in rebounds allowed per game (36.9).
- Utah State ranks 86th in blocks per game (4.0) while San Jose State ranks 275th (1.9).
