The San Jose State Spartans (1-6) take on the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats (4-5) at the San Jose State Event Center. The game starts at 10 p.m. ET on Thursday, December 6, 2018.
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats at San Jose State Spartans Free Prediction
In the Wildcats’ last matchup, they were blown out by the DePaul Blue Demons, 80-58. Getting to the free throw line was one of DePaul’s biggest advantages. They had 30 free throw attempts, while Bethune-Cookman had just 13. Bethune-Cookman’s Cletrell Pope put together a good performance, putting up 11 points and nine rebounds.
The Spartans defeated the Life Pacific Warriors in their last matchup, 89-72. The Spartans had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (51.4 vs. 3.4) and had a better free throw rate (0.317 vs. 0.265). With 15 points and 13 rebounds, Michael Steadman had a good performance for San Jose State.
San Jose State might struggle to score as they square off against one of the NCAA’s best defenses. Since the 2017-18 season, Bethune-Cookman ranks 27th in defensive efficiency while the Spartans rank 338th in offensive efficiency. Additionally, the Wildcats rank 23rd in offensive rebounding percentage (33.8 percent), while the Spartans rank 50th in defensive rebounding percentage (74.7 percent).
Bethune-Cookman at San Jose State Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – San Jose State, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Bethune-Cookman ranks seventh in steals per game (6.9) while San Jose State ranks 292nd (4.3).
The Spartans rank 56th in rebounds allowed per game (32.6) while the Wildcats rank 262nd (38.4).
Bethune-Cookman averages 15.5 assists per game, which ranks 86th in the country. San Jose State ranks 292nd in assists allowed per game (15.8).
The Wildcats rank 43rd in blocks per game (4.0) while the Spartans rank 247th (2.3).
Bethune-Cookman ranks 158th in three pointers attempted per game (23.4) while San Jose State ranks 316th in three pointers allowed per game (27.9).
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