The San Jose State Spartans (1-0) clash against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds (1-0) at the San Jose State Event Center. The game starts at 9 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 10, 2018.
Southern Utah Thunderbirds vs. San Jose State Spartans Betting Prediction
In the Thunderbirds’ last game, they dismantled the West Coast Baptist Eagles, 109-63. The Thunderbirds had a much better turnover percentage (9.9 vs. 32.0) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (33.3 vs. 17.1). Southern Utah was lifted by Dwayne Morgan, who was the team’s leading scorer with 20 points on 8-for-13 shooting.
SJSU defeated the Life Pacific Warriors in their last contest, 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 solid performance for San Jose State.
Second-chance opportunities could be few and far between for San Jose State in this contest. The Spartans rank 179th in offensive rebounding percentage (29.0 percent), while Southern Utah ranks 52nd in defensive rebounding percentage (74.4 percent) dating back to the 2017-18 season.
The Thunderbirds won the sole contest against SJSU last season, 81-69. The Thunderbirds’ 10.1 turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over the Spartans, who had a mark of 26.0.
Southern Utah Thunderbirds at San Jose State Spartans Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Southern Utah, ATS Winner – Southern Utah, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
San Jose State ranks 32nd in rebounds allowed per game (31.8) while Southern Utah ranks 214th (36.0).
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