San Diego State Aztecs Betting Preview

The San Diego Aztecs are 17-6 (10-4) this year after they defeated Boise State by a score of 64-47 in their last game. San Diego State led 28-18 at halftime and added 36 points in the second half to pull away with the win. The Aztecs shot 54.2% from the field, 41.7% on three-pointers, and 63.6% on free throws in the game. Nick Boyd led San Diego State with 24 points and six rebounds, while Miles Byrd added 10 points and four rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Aztecs defeated San Jose State by a score of 69-66 but did lose to Colorado State by a score of 68-63 before that. San Diego State has won six of their last seven games and they are currently tied for third in the Mountain West standings with a 10-4 record. San Diego State has scored 70.8 points per game and they have allowed 62.6 points per game, while also averaging 36.9 rebounds and 12.4 assists per game this season. Miles Byrd is averaging 13.1 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game, while Nick Boyd is averaging 12.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game this year. San Diego State is shooting 43.6% from the field, 68.1% on free throws, and 33.4% on three-pointers this season. 

Fresno State Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Fresno State Bulldogs are 5-21 (1-14) this season after they lost to UNLV by a score of 52-51 in their last game. Fresno State trailed 26-18 at halftime, but they outscored UNLV by a total of 33-26 in the second half in the loss. The Bulldogs shot 30.4% from the field, 30% on three-pointers, and 68.8% on free throws in the game. Elijah Price led Fresno State with 15 points and 12 rebounds, while Brian Amuneke added nine points and four rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Bulldogs lost to Nevada by a score of 94-69 and Utah State by a score of 89-81. Fresno State has lost eight games in a row and they are currently second to last in the Mountain West standings with a 1-14 record. Fresno State has scored 72 points per game and they have allowed 81.7 points per game, while also averaging 34.7 rebounds and 11.5 assists per game this season. Jalen Weaver is averaging 12.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game, while Zaon Collins is averaging 12.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 4.7 assists per game this year. Fresno State is shooting 40.5% from the field, 69.3% on free throws, and 31.8% on three-pointers this season. 

Why San Diego State will beat Fresno State

• San Diego State has won each of its last 11 games against Fresno State.
• Fresno State has lost each of its last eight games.
• Fresno State has lost the first half in each of its last eight games against the Mountain West Conference.

Total Points Facts

• Twelve of Fresno State’s last 13 night games have produced a total of 146+ points.
• Each of San Diego State’s last six games against Conference opponents has produced a total of 139 or fewer points.

Matchup/League Facts

• San Diego State ranks 1st among Division 1 teams for opponent field goal percentage this season (36.9%).
• San Diego State ranks 3rd among Division 1 teams for opponent field goals made per game this season (20.4).
• Fresno State ranks 364th among Division 1 teams for opponent rebounds per game this season (41.7).
• Fresno State ranks 363rd among Division 1 teams for opponent field goals made per game this season (30.7).

San Diego State vs Fresno State Prediction 

Fresno State comes into this matchup as one of the worst teams in the Mountain West this season and they have lost eight games in a row. The Bulldogs have had a couple of close calls in recent games, but they have lost by margins of 25, 22, 11, 28, and 27 points in their last five road games. San Diego State did win the first meeting between these teams by a score of 84-62 and they are only allowing 62.6 points against per game this season. San Diego State is the way better team in this contest and Fresno State has been miserable on the road. Take the Aztecs here. 

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When these two teams faced off on January 4th it was San Diego State that was able to secure the 69-66 victory. 

Boise State is On Fire

Boise State is on fire heading into this game and they have won four games in a row. In the last game against San Jose State, Boise State gave up only 52 points while the offense scored 79 points and that was enough for the victory. At halftime, Boise State was up 37-25, and the second half was much the same. Tyson Degenhart had a strong game putting up 22 points and six rebounds. He is the star, but it was actually a balanced attack with four different players putting up at least 11 points. 

Boise State comes into this game with a 17-7 record overall and a 12-11 record against the spread. Away from home this season, they have gone 3-4 straight up. Boise State is averaging 77.2 points, while its defense is giving up 65.8 points per game. The offense is ranked 97th in the league, while the defense is ranked 38th. They are shooting 47.72 percent from the field. 

Why Boise State Will Beat San Diego State 

• Boise State has won each of its last four games against the Mountain West Conference.
• San Diego State has lost the first half in each of its last three night games against the Mountain West Conference

San Diego State Pulled it Out Late

San Diego State faced off against San Jose State in the last game and they were able to pull it out late. San Diego State was down 37-20 at halftime, but in the second half they really fought back, and were able to pick up the 69-66 win. Nicolas Boyd had a strong game putting up 17 points, four assists, and one rebound. Guard BJ Davis also put up 13 points, five rebounds, and one assist. Two games ago against Colorado State on the road, it wasn’t as good, they ended up losing 68-63. 

San Diego State currently sits with a 16-6 record overall and they have gone 8-13 against the spread. At home straight up they have gone 7-3. San Diego State is averaging 71.1 points while their defense is giving up 63.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 267th in the league while the defense is ranked 12th. Miles Byrd has been the top player putting up 13.3 points while shooting 38.9 percent from the field. 

San Diego State vs Boise State Prediction 

Away from home this season has been a different story for Boise State this season, but that trend is going to change here. Boise State is still an elite offensive team averaging 77.2 points per game and they are going to have no issue getting out to a fast start here. The first time they faced off this year Boise State’s offense wasn’t good enough, but this will be different. San Diego State’s defense will have no answer and Boise State will get the job done. Back Boise State against the spread here. 

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How can San Jose State Bounce Back? 

Two games ago, San Jose State looked good against Fresno State, scoring 94 points, but in the last game, it wasn’t as good. San Jose State scored 52 points against Boise State, while the defense gave up 79 points, and that led to the blowout defeat. The only real bright spot for San Jose State was Latrell Davis, who scored 14 points. The next highest scoring only had eight points, and they needed others to step up. 

San Jose State sits with a 12-13 record overall, and they have gone 17-5-1 against the spread. The over has hit in 14 of the games. San Jose State is averaging 74.2 points, while their defense is giving up 72.9 points per game. The offense is ranked 189th in the league, while the defense is ranked 225th in the league. Josh Uduje is averaging 16.4 points while shooting 50.5 percent from the field. Getting out to a slow start would be a death sentence for their chances here. 

San Diego State Looks to Bounce Back

This isn’t the same San Diego State team as years past, and they are coming off a loss in the last game. San Diego State put up 63 points but the defense gave up 68 points to Colorado State, and that was the difference. Magoon Gwath put up 15 points and was the only real bright spot for the offense. Two games ago against Wyoming, it was a closer game than it needed to be, but they still ended up picking up a 63-61 victory. 

San Diego State sits with a 15-6 record overall, and they have gone 8-12 against the spread. Away from home this season, they are 4-2 straight up. San Diego State is averaging 71.2 points, while their defense is giving up 63.1 points per game. The offense is ranked 262nd in the league, while the defense is ranked 14th. Miles Byrd is averaging 13.5 points while shooting 39.1 percent from the field and 34.7 percent from behind the three-point line. 

Why San Diego State Will Cover Against San Jose State

• San Diego State has won each of its last 13 night games against San Jose State.
• San Jose State has lost 17 of its last 20 night games against Conference opponents.
• San Diego State has won the first half in 12 of its last 13 night games against San Jose State.

Total Points Facts

• Each of San Jose State’s last six night games against Conference opponents at Provident Credit Union Event Center has produced a total of 139+ points.
• Three of San Diego State’s last four night games at Provident Credit Union Event Center have produced a total of 134 or fewer points.

San Jose State vs San Diego State Prediction

San Diego State might not be as talented as in years past, but they are still going to go get the job done here. San Diego State’s defense is a real strength, and they are going to step up in a big way here. San Jose State, in the last game, scored only 52 points, and their offense is going to be a major problem again here. San Jose State will struggle to get to 50 points, and San Diego State is going to end up cruising here. Back San Diego State to win this game and cover the spread.

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San Jose State Looks for Second Straight Win

San Jose State faced off against Wyoming in the last game and they were able to secure the victory. San Jose State gave up only 58 points against Wyoming and that was enough for the 67-58 victory. Latrell Davis had a strong game putting up 22 points and five rebounds. There were three different players that put up a least 11 points. Two games ago against Nevada, they ended up losing 74-65. 

San Jose State comes into this game with a 10-11 record overall and they have gone 15-4 against the spread. The over has hit in 11 of the 20 games so far this season. San Jose State is averaging 74.6 points while their defense is giving up 72.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 19th while the defense is ranked 211th. Josh Uduje had a strong game, averaging 15.6 points while shooting 51.2 percent from the field and 34.3 percent from behind the three-point line. 

San Diego State Looks for Third Win in a Row

San Diego State has a ton of confidence right now and they have won two games in a row. Two games ago against Air Force, they secured the 77-76 victory, and in the last game against Nevada, they ended up picking up the 69-50 victory. They scored 41 points in the second half against Nevada and that was enough for the victory. Magoon Gwath had a strong game putting up 15 points and 13 rebounds. There were three different players that put up at least 11 points to pace the team.

San Diego State sits with a 13-5 record overall and they have gone 8-9 against the spread. The over has hit 8 of the 17 games so far this season. San Diego State is averaging 72.1 points while their defense is giving up 62.7 points per game. The offense is ranked 244th in the league while the defense is ranked 15th in the league. Miles Byrd is averaging 14.1 points while shooting 39.6 percent from the field and 35.8 percent from deep. 

San Diego State vs San Jose State Prediction

I actually believe that San Jose State is going to find a way to keep this game close. San Diego State’s offense wasn’t great two games ago against Air Force and that is going to be the difference here. San Jose State’s offense has been a strength this season and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. They might not win, but they will keep it close. Back San Jose State against the spread.

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San Diego State Almost Blew It

Two games ago, San Diego State faced off against UNLV and they ended up falling short, losing 76-68. In the last game against Air Force they looked awful most of the game, and it took overtime to secure the 77-76 victory. At halftime they were up 35-31, but in the second half they didn’t play as well. Wayne McKinney III had a strong game putting up 18 points and three rebounds. There were three different players that put up at least 11 points. 

San Diego State sits with a 12-5 record overall and they have gone 7-9 against the spread so far this season. Away from home this season they are 3-1 straight up. The Aztecs are averaging 72.3 points while their defense is giving up 63.5 points per game. The offense is ranked 250th in the league while the defense is ranked 17th. Miles Byrd has been the top player for San Diego State averaging 14.2 points while shooting 40.8 percent from the field and 36.4 percent from behind the three point line. 

Nevada Looks to Bounce Back

Nevada was playing well, but they didn’t look good in the last game. Nevada scored 69 points while the defense gave up 90 points. At halftime they were down 47-38 and in the second half it got even worse. Nick Davidson had a strong game putting up 19 points, three rebounds, and two assists. Kobe Sanders had a strong game putting up 13 points, five rebounds, and four assists. Last Saturday, San Jose State faced off against Nevada and they ended up securing the 75-64 victory. 

Nevada comes into this game with an 11-8 record overall and they have gone 9-10 against the spread. Nevada is averaging 74.5 points while their defense is giving up 68.1 points per game. The offense is ranked 195th in the league while the defense is ranked 82nd. They are shooting 48.4 percent from the feild which is 36th in the league. Nick Davidson is averaging 15.8 points while shooting 50.8 percent from the field. 

Why Nevada Will Beat San Diego State

Nevada has won 30 of its last 34 night games at Lawlor Events Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Nevada vs San Diego State Prediction

Nevada is going to bounce back in a big way here. The way San Diego state looked in the last game was a problem and they are going to really struggle here. The San Diego State’s defense is going to really struggle much like they did against Air Force and that will be the difference. Nevada’s offense is going to get out to a fast start and they are going to end up covering the spread. Back Nevada against the spread. 

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What a bad Loss for San Diego State

It was a bad loss for San Diego State in the last game and that really had a big hit on their confidence. San Diego State faced off against UNLV in the last game and they scored 68 points, but the defense gave up 76 points and that led to the defeat. Guard Miles Byrd had a strong game putting up 21 points, three rebounds, and one assist. Nicholas Byrd also put up 16 points, five rebounds, and one assist. Two games ago against Colorado State, San Diego State was able to secure the 75-60 victory. 

San Diego State comes into this game with an 11-5 record overall and they have gone 7-8 against the spread. Away from home, they have gone 2-1 straight up, and as a favorite they have gone 7-2 straight up. San Diego State is averaging 72 points while their defense is giving up 62.7 points per game. The offense is ranked 252nd in the league while the defense is ranked 13th. Guard Miles Byrd has been the top player for San Diego State averaging 14.7 points while shooting 41.8 percent from the field and 38.7 percent from behind the three-point line. San Diego State will play against Nevada following this one. 

Why San Diego State Will Beat Air Force

• Air Force has lost each of its last 14 games against the Mountain West Conference at Clune Arena.
• San Diego State has won each of its last 10 games against Air Force.
• Air Force has lost the first half in each of its last five night games at Clune Arena.

Air Force is Struggling

Air Force is struggling heading into this game and they have lost eight games in a row. In the last game against Fresno State, the offense scored 65 points while the defense gave up 74 points and that led to the nine-point defeat. Forward Luke Kearney had a strong game putting up 20 points, 11 rebounds, and one assist. A few games ago when they faced off against San Diego State they scored only 38 points. 

Air Force is averaging 63.2 points while their defense is giving up 69.9 points per game. The offense is ranked 358th in the league while the defense is ranked 124th in the league. They are averaging 24.06 free point attempts per game, which is 135th in the league. They are averaging 13.78 assists per game which is 183rd in the league. Guard Ethan Taylor is averaging 14.8 points while shooting 42.2 percent from the field and 39 percent from behind the three-point line. 

Air Force vs San Diego State Prediction

San Diego State is going to put on a show here. The last time these two teams faced off the final score was 67-38 and it’s going to be much of the same here. The Air Force offense is averaging only 63.2 points per game but their offense is going to really struggle to get anything going here. San Diego State is going to have a huge game here, and they are going to end up cruising here. Back San Diego State against the spread. 

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Can UNLV Build on Last Game?

UNLV faced off against Utah State in the last game, a team that was ranked and they were able to secure the 65-62 victory. At halftime they were up 32-30 and that was enough to pick up a victory. UNLV shot 40.7 percent from the field and 24 percent from behind the three point line. Julian Rishwain had a huge game putting up 13 points, two rebounds, and two assists. Forward Jalen Hill also put up 15 points and eight rebounds.  Two games ago against Colorado State it wasn’t as good, and they ended up losing 84-62. 

UNLV currently sits with a 10-7 record overall but they have gone 5-11-1 against the spread. UNLV is averaging 71.5 points while their defense is giving up 70.6 points per game. The offense is ranked 263rd in the league while the defense is ranked 159th in the league. They are shooting 37.08 percen from behind the three point line which is 47th in the league. Dedan Thomas Jr has been the top player averaging 15.6 points while shooting 42.3 percent from the field. 

San Diego State Looks for Second Straight Win

San Diego State is looking for thier second straight win and they sure looked good in the last game. San Diego State scored 75 points and they ended up winning by 15 points. Guard Miles Byrd had a strong game putting up 25 points, six rebounds, and one assist. BJ Davis also put up 12 points and three rebounds. Two games ago against New Mexico the offense only scored 48 points and they ended up losing by 14 points. 

San Diego State sits with an 11-4 record overall and they have gone 7-7 against the spread. San Diego State is averaging 72.3 points while their defense is giving up 61.8 points per game. The offense is ranked 249th in the league while the defense is ranked 12th. Guard Miles Byrd has been the top player for the team, averaging 14.2 points while shooting 42.7 percent from the field and 39.5 percent from behind the three-point line. 

Why San Diego State Will Beat UNLV

San Diego State has won 41 of its last 44 games at Viejas Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.

UNLV has lost five of its last six road games.

UNLV has lost the first half in seven of its last eight games at Viejas Arena.

San Diego State vs UNLV Prediction

San Diego State is going to end up cruising here. San Diego State’s defense is giving up only 61.8 points per game and their defense is going to step up in a major way here. UNLV’s offense is averaging 71.5 points, but their offense isn’t going to be good enough against a very good defensive team. San Diego State is going to get out to a fast start, and they are going to end up cruising here. Back San Diego State against the spread. 

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The home team has won the last four games played between the two teams. Last February it was San Diego State that secured the 71-55 victory.

How Can San Diego State Bounce Back?

San Diego State overall this season has been strong, but they are coming off a loss in the last game. San Diego State in the last game faced off against New Mexico, and they scored only 48 points while the defense gave up 62 points and that led to the defeat. At halftime, they were down 30-20 and in the second half they couldn’t bounce back and that led to the defeat. Guard Miles Byrd was the top player putting up 14 points, four rebounds, and two assists. Two games ago against Air Force, the defense gave up only 37 points and that led to the victory.

San Diego State comes into this game with a 10-4 record and they have gone 6-7 against the spread. San Diego State is averaging 72.1 points while their defense is giving up 61.9 points per game. The offense is ranked 253rd in the league while the defense is ranked 11th. They are shooting 35.3 percent from the field which is 104th in the league. Guard Miles Byrd is averaging 13.4 points while shooting 41.5 percent from the field and 37.5 percent from behind the three-point line. Demarshay Johnson Jr is dealing with an illness and is questionable for this game. Reese Waters is also dealing with a foot injury and he’s questionable heading into this game. 

Colorado State Has Confidence

Colorado State has some confidence heading into this game and they have won three games in a row. Colorado State in the last game faced off against UNLV and they were able to secure the 84-62 victory. Nique Clifford put up 22 points, seven rebounds, and five assists. Rasheen Mbema put up 22 points and five rebounds. Two games ago against Fresno State, Colorado State was able to secure a 91-64 victory. There were five different players that put up at least 10 points in that game. Jaylen Crocker-Johnson had a huge game in that one putting up 20 points, three rebounds, and one assist. 

Colorado State is averaging 74.7 points while their defense is giving up 68.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 197th in the league while the defense is ranked 98th. They are averaging 17.38 assists per game which is 24th in the league. Nique Clifford has been the top player for the Rams averaging 16.9 points while shooting 51.5 percent from the field and 36 percent from behind the three-point line. Jalen Lake is averaging 12.8 points while shooting 43.9 percent from the field. 

San Diego State vs Colorado State Prediction

Give me San Diego State here. Yes, Colorado State has been playing well heading into this game, but they aren’t going to play as well here. These offenses are similar, but the big difference is with the defense, and their defense is going to step up here. Colorado State is going to struggle to get their offense going here, and San Diego State will get the job done. Back San Diego State against the spread here. 

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Air Force Recap

The Air Force Falcons come into this game looking to rebound after taking a 70-65 loss to Wyoming in their last game, falling to 3-11 on the year. After this game, Air Force will head home for a matchup with San Jose State.

Falcons Lose 4^th Straight

Ethan Taylor leads the Falcons across the board with team-highs of 14.4 PPG, 6.2 RPG, and 4.2 APG while Wesley Celichowski has 10.6 PPG as the only other double-digit scorer for Air Force up to this point in the year. Caleb Walker has 8.3 PPG with 3.7 RPG and Luke Kearney has added 8.1 PPG with 2.3 RPG as well. As a team, Air Force is averaging 65.1 PPG on 46.9% shooting from the field, 34.6% from three-point range, and 60.5% from the foul line this season.

San Diego State Recap

The San Diego State Aztecs come into this one looking to add on to their 76-68 win over Boise State last time out, improving to 9-3 on the year. After this game, San Diego State will head on the road to take on New Mexico.

Aztecs Win 6^th Game In Last 7

Myles Byrd leads the Aztecs in scoring with 13.9 PPG along with 4.5 RPG and 2.5 APG while Nick Boyd has 12.9 PPG with 4.5 RPG with a team-high 3.8 APG to lead the Aztecs in the assist department up to this point in the year. BJ Davis also has 10 PPG with 3.8 RPG and a team-high 1.9 SPG to cap off the trio of double-digit scorers for San Diego State so far this season. As a team, San Diego State is averaging 74.5 PPG on 44.8% shooting from the field, 36.8% from three, and 70.6% from the foul line this season.

Why the San Diego State Aztecs will win

• San Diego State has won each of its last 10 night games against Air Force.
• Air Force has lost each of its last eight games against the Mountain West Conference.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Air Force’s last seven games against Conference opponents has produced a total of 132+ points.
• Each of San Diego State’s last four games against Conference opponents at Viejas Arena has produced a total of 133+ points.

San Diego State vs Air Force Prediction

I’m on the under here. I can’t trust Air Force to do much scoring here, as the Falcons are not only an inefficient offense when it comes to shooting the rock, but it’s also an offense that plays at an extremely slow pace as well. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen Air Force score 50 points or less in a game just because of how bad they are. The Aztecs on the other hand can be efficient, but one thing you can rely on regardless of the day, is that the Aztecs are going to show up and play solid defense. I think blowout or not, this is going to be a low-scoring game, so give me the under in this Mountain West clash.

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San Diego State Aztecs Betting Preview

The San Diego State Aztecs beat Cal, lost to Utah State, and they play Air Force, New Mexico, and Colorado State next. The San Diego State Aztecs are averaging 74.4 points on 44.8 percent shooting and allowing 63.6 points on 35.5 percent shooting. Nick Boyd is averaging 13.5 points and 4.6 rebounds, while Miles Byrd is averaging 13.1 points and 4.5 rebounds. BJ Davis is the third double-digit scorer and Wayne McKinney III is dishing 1.1 assists. The San Diego State Aztecs are shooting 36.5 percent from beyond the arc and 71.8 percent from the free throw line. The San Diego State Aztecs are allowing 29 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34.3 rebounds per game.

Boise State Broncos Betting Preview

The Boise State Broncos beat San Jose State and Wyoming, and they play UNLV, Utah State, and Wyoming. The Boise State Broncos are averaging 78.1 points on 47.5 percent shooting and allowing 65.6 points on 41.6 percent shooting. Tyson Degenhart is averaging 18.1 points and 1.6 assists, while Andrew Meadow is averaging 12.4 points and 5.5 rebounds. Alvaro Cardenas is the third double-digit scorer and Javan Buchanan is grabbing 3.5 rebounds. The Boise State Broncos are shooting 31 percent from beyond the arc and 77.5 percent from the free throw line. The Boise State Broncos are allowing 31.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 36.5 rebounds per game.

Boise State vs San Diego State Prediction

The Boise State Broncos are getting the benefit of the doubt because they’re at home, but this is a lot of points to just throw out there. The San Diego State Aztecs are still a tough matchup for any team in the country due to its physical defense. San Diego State is currently 27th in points allowed, third in field goal percentage allowed, and 33rd in three-point percentage defense. San Diego State doesn’t get blown out often, and points are valuable due to its ability to hang in games and defend. This should be a close one like many have been in the past. 

The Boise State Broncos are also 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games and 5-8 ATS on the season. The underdog is also 5-2-1 ATS in the last 8 games between San Diego State and Boise State. Again, San Diego State has the defense to make this game interesting. I’ll take my chances with San Diego State and the free buckets on the road.

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Utah State Aggies Betting Preview

The Utah State Aggies lost to UC San Diego, beat Saint Mary’s, and they play Nevada, Fresno State and San Jose State next. The Utah State Aggies are averaging 85.3 points on 49 percent shooting and allowing 65.8 points on 42.7 percent shooting. Mason Falslev is averaging 17.3 points and 6.5 rebounds, while Ian Martinez is averaging 17 points and 3.4 assists. Karson Templin is the third double-digit scorer and Dexter Akanno is grabbing 3.8 rebounds. The Utah State Aggies are shooting 34.2 percent from beyond the arc and 75.7 percent from the free throw line. The Utah State Aggies are allowing 32.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34.6 rebounds per game.

San Diego State Aztecs Betting Preview

The San Diego State Aztecs beat California Baptist and Cal, and they play Boise State, Air Force and New Mexico next. The San Diego State Aztecs are averaging 75.2 points on 45.4 percent shooting and allowing 63.2 points on 34.8 percent shooting. Nick Boyd is averaging 13.4 points and 4.6 rebounds, while Miles Byrd is averaging 13 points and 4.8 rebounds. BJ Davis is the third double-digit scorer and Magoon Gwath is dishing 0.8 assists. The San Diego State Aztecs are shooting 37.7 percent from beyond the arc and 69 percent from the free throw line. The San Diego State Aztecs are allowing 29 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34.7 rebounds per game.

Why the San Diego State Aztecs will win

• San Diego State has won 23 of its last 24 games at Viejas Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Utah State has lost each of its last five day games against AP-ranked opponents.
• San Diego State has won the first half in each of its last eight day games at Viejas Arena.

San Diego State vs Utah State Prediction

The Utah State Aggies are racking up the wins this season and have a chance to prove thier start is real. The problem is Utah State has done a lot of heavy lifting at home and outside of a win over Saint Mary’s, the Aggies have been expected to win most of these games. The San Diego State Aztecs are always a tough out at home, they’re elite defensively as usual, and they’ve won and covered 6 of the last 7 games against Utah State. It’s a prove it game for Utah State. I have to roll with San Diego State and the reasonable number.

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San Diego State Aztecs Betting Preview

The San Diego State Aztecs are 7-2 this season after they defeated Cal Baptist by a score of 81-75 in their last game. San Diego State led 40-33 at halftime and they were able to hang on for the win down the stretch. The Aztecs shot 54.9% from the field, 52.9% on three pointers, and 80% on free throws in the game. Miles Byrd led San Diego State with 19 points and two assists in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Aztecs won three in a row against San Diego, Fresno State, and Houston. San Diego State has scored 75.7 points per game and they have allowed 64.7 points against per game, while also averaging 37.1 rebounds and 14.6 assists per game this season. Miles Byrd is averaging 13.1 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game, while San Diego State is shooting 46.4% from the field, 67.9% on free throws, and 38% on three pointers this year. 

California Golden Bears Betting Preview

The California Golden Bears are 7-4 this year after they defeated Northwestern State by a score of 84-66 in their last game. California led 36-33 at halftime and they scored 48 points in the second half to pull away with the win. The Golden Bears shot 52.8% from the field, 48% on three pointers, and 76.2% on free throws in the game. Andrej Stojakovic led Cal with 31 points and seven rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Golden Bears lost three in a row against Cornell, Stanford, and Missouri. California has scored 81.5 points per game and they have allowed 76.3 points against per game, while also averaging 37.7 rebounds and 11.2 assists per game this season. Andrej Stojakovic is averaging 19.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game, while Cal is shooting 47.5% from the field, 73.9% on free throws, and 38.1% on three pointers this year. 

Why San Diego State will beat California

• California has lost each of its last 18 games against AP-ranked opponents.
• San Diego State has won each of its last six night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• California has lost the first half in each of its last 14 games against AP-ranked opponents.

Matchup/League Facts

• San Diego State ranks 2nd among Division 1 teams for blocks per game this season (6.7).
• San Diego State ranks 5th among Division 1 teams for opponent field goal percentage this season (35.8%).
• California ranks 24th among Division 1 teams for opponent rebounds per game this season (30.5).
• California ranks 34th among Division 1 teams for free throws made per game this season (17.7).

San Diego State vs California Prediction 

San Diego State comes into this matchup looking for their fifth win in a row, but they didn’t close out the game very well against Cal Baptist last time out. The Aztecs have been pretty strong defensively, but their defense is elite, as they are allowing just 64.7 points against per game this year. California has lost three of their last four games and they have allowed at least 88 points in all three of those losses. The Golden Bears do score quite a few points, but I can’t back their defense against a team like San Diego State. Take the Aztecs here. 

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Cal Baptist Recap

The Cal Baptist Lancers come into this game looking to bounce back after a 74-59 loss at the hands of UCF last time out. After this game, Cal Baptist meets Middle Tennessee and Fresno State.

Lancers Looking For Consistency

Dominique Daniels Jr. leads the Lancers in scoring and assists with 21.7 PPG and 3.1 APG while Kendal Coleman has 14 PPG with a team-high 8.8 RPG as the only other double-digit scorer for Cal Baptist up to this point in the season. Martel Williams has 9.9 PPG with 2.9 RPG while AJ Braun has 9.2 PPG and 4.6 RPG as well on the year. As a team, Cal Baptist is averaging 77.7 PPG on 43.8% shooting from the field, 30.5% from three, and 77.6% from the foul line this season.

Why the California Baptist Lancers will win

• San Diego State has lost three of its last four games against the Western Athletic Conference.

San Diego State Recap

The San Diego State Aztecs come into this game looking to add to their current three-game win streak thanks to a 74-57 win over San Diego last time out. After this game, the Aztecs will continue on to take on Cal before their holiday break.

Aztecs Looking To Keep Rolling

Nick Boyd leads the Aztecs in scoring and assists with 12.6 PPG and 3.8 APG along with 4.9 RPG while Miles Byrd has 12.3 PPG and a team-high 5.1 RPG to lead the Aztecs on the glass. BJ Davis also has 12.3 PPG with 4.4 RPG and a team-high 2 SPG to cap off the trio of double-digit scorers for San Diego State so far this season. As a team, San Diego State is averaging 75 PPG on 45.5% shooting from the field, 36.7% from three, and 65.8% from the foul line this season.

Why the San Diego State Aztecs will win

• San Diego State has won 23 of its last 24 night games against non-conference opponents at Viejas Arena.
• California Baptist has lost each of its last four road games following a road loss.

San Diego State vs Cal Baptist Prediction

I’m leaning toward San Diego State here. The Aztecs are just far superior defensively, and I like the direction that the Aztecs are headed going into Mountain West play. Cal Baptist will hold their own in the WAC, but I just think in this matchup, the Lancers are far too overmatched to compete here, so give me San Diego State.

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San Diego Blown Out

San Diego in the last game faced off Arizona State and they scored only 53 points while the defense gave up 90 points. San Diego shot only 33.3 percent from the field and 10.5 percent from behind the three-point line. They allowed Arizona State to shoot only 49.1 percent from the field and 52.2 percent from behind the three-point line. Kjay Bradley Jr put up 15 points and six rebounds. Two games ago against Marian, San Diego was able to secure a 69-64 victory. 

San Diego on the season is averaging 67.5 points while their defense is giving up 72.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 319th in the league while the defense is ranked 210th. Kjay Bradley Jr has been the top player for the Toreros and he is averaging 16.8 points while shooting 46.3 percent from the field. San Diego will take on Long Beach State, Fresno State, and UC San Diego after this game.

San Diego State has Won Two Straight Games

San Diego State has confidence again and they have won two games in a row. Two games ago against Houston, they were able to secure a 73-70 victory and in the last game against Fresno State, they were able to secure an 84-62 victory. In the second half, San Diego State scored 55 points and they ended up cruising. Forward Magoon Gwath had a strong game putting up 25 points and 10 rebounds. There were three different players that put up at least 10 points. 

San Diego State is averaging 75.1 points while their defense is giving up 64.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 197th in the league while the defense is ranked 39th. BJ Davis is averaging 13.7 points while shooting 55.4 percent from the field and 46.2 percent from behind the three-point line. 

San Diego State vs San Diego Prediction

San Diego State has a ton of confidence and they are going to put on a show here. San Diego State is averaging 75.1 points per game and in the last game, they scored 84 points. San Diego on the season is averaging 67.5 points per game but they aren’t going to be even getting to that number here. This game is going to get ugly here, and this game is going to be a blowout. Back San Diego State against the spread. 

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Fresno State is Struggling

Fresno State is struggling and they have lost two games in a row. Fresno State’s last game came against Cal Baptist and they scored 81 points, but the defense gave up 86 points and that led to the defeat. Amur Augillard did have a strong game putting up 26 points, eight rebounds, and one assist but it wasn’t enough because the defense didn’t have a whole lot of interest in playing defense. The defense for this team has been the issue and when they have struggled the defense has been the reason why. Fresno State is averaging 75.1 points while their defense is giving up 77.7 points per game. The offense is ranked 198th in the league while the defense is ranked 308th. 

What a Win for San Diego State

Two games ago against Oregon, San Diego State wasn’t good enough and they ended up losing 78-68. In the last game against Houston though, San Diego State scored 73 points and that was enough for the three-point victory. There were four different players that put up at least 12 points. Guard Miles Byrd had a strong game putting up 18 points, six rebounds, and three assists. San Diego State is averaging 73.7 points while their defense is giving up 64.7 points per game. The offense is ranked 227th in the league while the defense is ranked 54th. In this game, if the offense can find success, they are going to be in good shape to secure the win. 

Why San Diego State Will Beat Fresno State

• San Diego State has won each of its last 10 games against Fresno State.
• Fresno State has lost each of its last six night games against Conference opponents.
• San Diego State has won the first half in six of its last seven games at Save Mart Center.

Fresno State vs San Diego State Prediction

This game is going to be high-scoring. Fresno State is an elite offensive team, but they refused to play any defense and they are giving up 77.7 points per game. San Diego State is averaging 73.7 points per game and they are going to go well over that number here. I don’t believe San Diego State’s defense will be as good as they are used to, and this game is going to go over the total.

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Houston Cougars Betting Preview

The Houston Cougars are 4-2 this year after they defeated Notre Dame by a score of 65-54 in their last game. Houston led 39-31 at the half and held ND to just 23 points in the second half in the win. The Cougars shot 45% from the field, 26.1% on three-pointers, and 55.6% on free throws in the game. Emanuel Sharp led Houston with 17 points and four assists in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Cougars lost to Alabama by a score of 85-80 but did beat Hofstra and Louisiana before that. Houston has scored 80.3 points per game and they have allowed 57 points per game, while also averaging 38 rebounds and 14.3 assists per game this season. LJ Cryer is averaging 13.5 points, 1.3 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game, while Houston is shooting 45.8% from the field, 72.8% on free throws, and 41.8% on three-pointers this year. 

San Diego State Aztecs Betting Preview

The San Diego State Aztecs are 3-2 this season after they lost to Oregon by a score of 78-68 in their last game. San Diego State trailed 41-31 at the half, but they did score 37 points in the second half in the loss. The Aztecs shot 50.9% from the field, 31.6% on three-pointers, and 50% on free throws in the game. BJ Davis led SDSU with 18 points and three assists in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Aztecs defeated Creighton by a score of 71-53 but did lose to Gonzaga by a score of 80-67 before that. San Diego State has scored 73.8 points per game and they have allowed 63.6 points per game, while also averaging 35.6 rebounds and 14.8 assists per game this season. BJ Davis is averaging 15.6 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game, while San Diego State is shooting 46.1% from the field, 63.9% on free throws, and 39% on three-pointers this year. 

Why Houston will beat San Diego State

• Houston has won each of its last 16 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• San Diego State has lost each of its last four games against the Big 12 Conference.
• Houston has won the first half in 21 of its last 22 games against non-conference opponents.

San Diego State vs Houston Prediction 

Houston comes into this game ranked #6 in the country and even though they have two losses on the year, those came against Alabama in overtime and Auburn. San Diego State has lost two of their last three games against Oregon and Gonzaga, but they do have a win against Creighton. These two teams are very similar offensively, but Houston has a pretty wide edge on defense. I think the Aztecs will hang around in this game for the first 30 minutes, but I like Houston to pull away and cover late. 

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What a Win for Oregon

Oregon sure looked good on Tuesday against Texas A&M and it was a big second half that was the difference. Oregon scored 51 points and they ended up winning 80-70. Oregon had four different players that put up at least 11 points. Center TJ Bamba had a huge game putting up 18 points, three assists, and two rebounds. Oregon overall this season is averaging 81.7 points while their defense is giving up 66.7 points per game. The offense is ranked 91st in the league while the defense is ranked 94th. Center Nate Bittle is averaging 16.2 points while shooting 53.3 percent from the field.

What a Win for San Diego State

San Diego State sure made a statement on Tuesday. San Diego State faced off against Creighton and the defense was impressive giving up only 53 points and that was enough for the 18-point victory. They allowed Creighton to only shoot 33.9 percent from the field and 19.4 percent from deep. San Diego State was led by BJ Davis who put up 18 points and nine rebounds.

San Diego State on the season is averaging 75.3 points while their defense is giving up 60 points per game. The offense is ranked 211th while the defense is ranked 22nd. Nick Boyd has been the top player for San Diego State this season averaging 14.7 points while shooting 51.9 percent from the field. 

Why San Diego State Will Cover the Spread

• San Diego State has won each of its last eight Wednesday games.
• Oregon has lost the first half in five of its last six day games played at neutral venues.

San Diego State vs Oregon Prediction

Give me San Diego State here. The Aztecs’ defense has been elite this season and they are giving up only 60 points per game. Oregon’s offense has been good overall this season, but they are going to really struggle to get the offense going, and that will be the difference here as San Diego State is going to end up getting the job done here. Back San Diego State against the spread. I am also throwing a few dollars on the under to cash here. 

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San Diego State Aztecs Betting Preview

The San Diego State Aztecs are 3-8 (2-4) this year after they lost to Utah State by a score of 41-20 in their last game. San Diego State led 13-0 in the second quarter, but they allowed the next 41 points for the loss. The Aztecs were outgained by a total of 489-412, won the turnover battle 1-0, and went 6-16 on third down in the game. Danny O’Neil threw for 199 yards, while Marquez Cooper rushed for 118 yards and one score. 

Prior to that loss, the Aztecs lost four games in a row against UNLV, New Mexico, Boise State, and Washington State. The SDSU offense has scored 22.2 points per game with 202.9 passing yards and 129.7 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 29.5 points per game this season. Danny O’Neil has completed 62.1% of his passes for 1,951 yards, 11 touchdowns, and six interceptions, while Marquez Cooper has rushed for 1,180 yards and 10 scores. 

Air Force Falcons Betting Preview

The Air Force Falcons are 4-7 (2-4) this season after they defeated Nevada by a score of 22-19 in their last game. Air Force trailed 12-7 in the fourth quarter, but they scored the first 15 points in the quarter for the win. The Falcons were outgained by a total of 362-319, tied the turnover battle at one, and went 11-16 on third down in the game. Quentin Hayes threw for zero yards and one interception, while Owen Allen rushed for 107 yards and one score. 

Prior to that win, the Falcons defeated Oregon State by a score of 28-0 and Fresno State by a score of 36-28. The Air Force offense has scored 18 points per game with 86.3 passing yards and 219.3 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 23.5 points per game this season. Quentin Hayes has completed 57.1% of his passes for 379 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions, while Dylan Carson has rushed for 475 yards and three scores. 

Why Air Force will beat San Diego State

• San Diego State has lost eight of its last nine games in November.
• Air Force has won each of its last three games.
• Air Force has covered the spread in each of its last four games.
• San Diego State has failed to cover the spread in three of its last four games.
• San Diego State has lost the first half in each of its last four games against conference opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of San Diego State’s last four November games as an underdog has gone OVER the total points line.
• Four of Air Force’s last five November games as a favorite against non-AP-ranked teams have gone UNDER the total points line.

Matchup/League Facts

• San Diego State ranks T124th among FBS teams for 1st downs against this season (257).
• San Diego State ranks 124th among FBS teams for time of possession per game this season (27:02).
• Air Force ranks 134th among FBS teams for Q3 points per game this season (0.8).
• Air Force ranks 133rd among FBS teams for passing yards per game this season (86.3).

San Diego State vs Air Force Prediction

Air Force comes into this game on a three-game winning streak and they have really turned their season around. The Falcons looked pretty lost in their first eight games of the season, but they have been much better recently. San Diego State has lost five games in a row and they have allowed at least 41 points in three of their last four. The Aztecs have also scored 20 points or fewer in three straight games, so they aren’t having much success on either side of the ball. I really thought Air Force was going to be a team to fade down the stretch, but they are playing some solid ball. Take the Falcons here. 

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San Diego State Aztecs Betting Preview

The Aztecs’ season has been pretty quiet so far; they’ve only got three games in the books. San Diego State opened up with a pair of wins though, taking out UC San Diego 63-58 and Occidental 100-49 in those two.

Game three was the Aztecs’ first loss of the season. Back on November 18 versus Gonzaga, San Diego State came out of the break with a 40-31 deficit. The Aztecs eventually lost 80-67. Nicholas Boyd led the team with 23 points and nine rebounds. San Diego State will play against Oregon following this game. 

Creighton Bluejays Betting Preview

Over on the Bluejays’ side, they’ve got five games in the bag this year. Creighton opened up the season with four straight victories, beating UTRGV, Fairleigh Dickinson, Houston Christian, and Kansas City in succession.

The Bluejays took an upset loss in their latest outing versus Nebraska. Creighton was down by 11 points going into the second half and limped to a 74-63 result. Richard Isaacs was the team leader with 25 points with seven boards. Creighton will meet Texas A&M and Kansas after this one. 

Why the Creighton Bluejays will win

• Creighton has won 12 of its last 13 games when playing with a rest disadvantage.
• San Diego State has lost six of its last eight day games against AP-ranked opponents.
• Creighton has won the first half in eight of its last nine day games against non-conference opponents.

Why the San Diego State Aztecs will win

• San Diego State has won seven of its last eight day games played at neutral venues.
• Creighton has lost five of its last six games against the Mountain West Conference.
• Creighton has lost the first half in five of its last six games against the Mountain West Conference.

Creighton vs San Diego State Prediction

I’ll lean toward Creighton. They’re going to need a nice bounce-back effort here, though. The Bluejays got the proverbial wind knocked out of their sails on Friday, posting a rough 32.7 percent shooting with 17 turnovers versus Nebraska. Creighton couldn’t find a scoring groove and finished with just 63 points. The Jays had 78 or more in four straight prior to that.

As for San Diego State, they shot a tepid 37.7 percent from the field against Gonzaga and got out-rebounded 39-33. The Aztecs have been off the court for over a week at this point, so they likely won’t be very sharp coming out of the gate. Provided Creighton can get their bearings back quickly I like the Bluejays to reassert themselves on Tuesday.

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Utah State Aggies Betting Preview

The Utah State Aggies are 3-7 (2-3) this season after they defeated Hawaii by a score of 55-10 in their last game. Utah State led 24-3 at halftime and they scored the first 28 points in the second half for the easy win. The Aggies outgained Hawaii by a total of 580-309, won the turnover battle 5-2, and went 5-14 on third down in the game. Spencer Petras threw for 255 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions, while Rahsul Faison rushed for 191 yards and two scores. 

Prior to that game, the Aggies lost to Washington State by a score of 49-28 but did beat Wyoming by a score of 27-25 before that. The Utah State offense has scored 30.5 points per game with 287.4 passing yards and 177.3 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 39.1 points per game this season. Spencer Petras has completed 65.3% of his passes for 2,288 yards, 17 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions, while Rahsul Faison has rushed for 991 yards and eight touchdowns. 

San Diego State Aztecs Betting Preview

The San Diego State Aztecs are 3-7 (2-3) this year after they lost to UNLV by a score of 41-20 in their last game. San Diego State trailed 28-6 at the half, but they did win the second half by a total of 14-13 in the loss. The Aztecs were outgained by a total of 515-270, lost the turnover battle 2-1, and went 3-12 on third down in the game. Danny O’Neil threw for 162 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions, while Marquez Cooper rushed for 97 yards on 26 carries in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Aztecs lost three straight games against New Mexico, Boise State, and Washington State. The SDSU offense has scored 21.8 points per game with 200.8 passing yards and 123.9 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 28.3 points per game this season. Danny O’Neil has completed 60.7% of his passes for 1,752 yards, 11 touchdowns, and six interceptions, while Marquez Cooper has rushed for 1,062 yards and nine scores this year. 

Why Utah State will beat San Diego State

• San Diego State has lost each of its last nine November games as a road underdog.
• Utah State has won each of its last seven November games as a favorite.
• The home team has covered the spread in eight of Utah State’s last nine games.
• Utah State has won the first quarter in each of its last three games against conference opponents.
• Utah State has won the first half in each of its last three games against conference opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Seven of Utah State’s last eight home games against conference opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
• Five of San Diego State’s last six November games as a road underdog against non-AP-ranked teams have gone UNDER the total points line.

Matchup/League Facts

• Utah State ranks 134th among FBS teams for Q2 opponent points per game this season (16.3).
• Utah State ranks 133rd among FBS teams for average point differential in second quarters this season (-9.1).
• San Diego State ranks 127th among FBS teams for average point differential in first quarters this season (-4.8).
• San Diego State ranks 124th among FBS teams for 1st downs against this season (232).

Utah State vs San Diego State Prediction 

San Diego State comes into this matchup trying to snap their four-game losing streak, but they will be on the road in this game. The Aztecs have scored a total of 36 points in their last two games, but they should bounce back here, as the Utah State defense has been terrible. The Aggies have won two of their last three games, but they have allowed 49+ points in those three losses. I think we could see plenty of scoring in this game, but I give the advantage to Utah State, as they are the better team offensively. Take Utah State here. 

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