The Wyoming Cowboys (19-12, 10-8 MWC) take on the San Jose State Spartans (4-25, 1-17 MWC) in the Mountain West Conference Tournament at Thomas & Mack Center. The game is scheduled to get underway at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, March 7, 2018.
Wyoming opened as a 13.5-point favorite at BetDSI, while the game’s Over/Under (O/U) has been set at 148 points.
San Jose State Spartans vs. Wyoming Cowboys Betting Prediction
The Spartans are hoping for a better outcome after their 83-61 loss to the Air Force Falcons in their last matchup. Air Force’s offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over San Jose State. The Falcons had a rate of 25.0 (below their season average of 27.7), while the Spartans posted a mark of 15.0 (below their season average of 28.9). Keith Fisher III was San Jose State’s high scorer with 18 points on 8-for-17 shooting.
In the Cowboys’ last matchup, they were beaten by the Boise State Broncos, 95-87. Getting to the free throw line was one of Boise State’s biggest strengths. They had 34 free throw attempts, while Wyoming had 22. Justin James had a solid performance for Wyoming, leading the team in scoring with 24 points on 8-for-17 shooting.
It could be a tough game for Wyoming on the offensive glass. The Cowboys rank 349th in offensive rebounding percentage (19.0 percent), while San Jose State ranks 36th in defensive rebounding percentage (75.3 percent).
San Jose State holds records of 4-25 straight up (SU) and 14-14 against the spread (ATS). Games involving the Spartans have a tendency to go under the total (60.7 percent).
Wyoming has a respectable 19-12 SU record, but they are just 13-15-1 ATS. Unlike San Jose State, Cowboys games have typically gone over the projected point total (58.6 percent).
The Cowboys have emerged victorious in both matchups against the Spartans this year, including an 89-75 victory the last time these teams met. Wyoming was unable to cover as an 18-point favorite and the game finished with a total of 164 points, which was 19.5 points above the projected point total of 144.5 points. Wyoming’s effective field goal percentage was its largest advantage over San Jose State. The Cowboys had a rate of 0.623 while the Spartans posted a mark of 0.500. Hayden Dalton recorded a double-double with 22 points and 10 rebounds.
San Jose State Spartans vs. Wyoming Cowboys Betting Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Wyoming, ATS Winner – San Jose State, O/U – Over
Notes
Betting Notes:
Wyoming averages 26.7 three pointers per game, which ranks 23rd in the nation. San Jose State ranks 306th in three pointers allowed per game (29.0).
The Spartans rank 47th in rebounds allowed per game (32.4) while the Cowboys rank 287th (39.4).
Wyoming averages 15.4 assists per game, which ranks 55th in the nation. San Jose State ranks 265th in assists allowed per game (16.2).
The Cowboys rank 97th in steals per game (6.5) while the Spartans rank 244th (4.6).
Wyoming ranks 24th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while San Jose State ranks 127th (3.4).
Bettings Trends:
In their last five games, San Jose State is 4-1 ATS with 3 unders and 2 overs.
Wyoming is 3-2 ATS with 3 overs and 2 unders over their last five games.
The Spartans’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 11.8, up from 9.4 for the season.
During their last five games, the Cowboys have scored an average of 86.8 points per game (6.7 above their season average) and allowed an average of 82.2 points per game (3.1 above their season average).
