The Wyoming Cowboys (5-14, 1-5 MWC) will attempt to end their six-game road losing streak in a matchup against the Boise State Broncos (8-11, 3-3 MWC) at Taco Bell Arena. The game begins at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 26, 2019.
Wyoming Cowboys vs. Boise State Broncos ATS Prediction
In the Cowboys’ last game, they topped the San Jose State Spartans, 59-46. Wyoming had an effective field goal percentage of 0.671 (above their season average of 0.475). San Jose State, on the other hand, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 39.5 (above their season average of 31.1). With 20 points on 7-for-12 shooting, Justin James was the top scorer from either team.
The Broncos lost to the Air Force Falcons in their last contest, 74-60. Air Force’s offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over Boise State. The Falcons had a rate of 33.3 (above their season average of 24.8), while the Broncos posted a mark of 15.4 (below their season average of 27.2). With 24 points on 7-for-13 shooting, Derrick Alston was the game’s leading scorer.
This will be the second game of the season between these two squads. In the first, Alex Hobbs scored a game-high 17 points and the Broncos beat the Cowboys 69-55. He also had seven rebounds and six assists. The Broncos had a much better turnover percentage (8.4 vs. 22.9) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (30.6 vs. 18.5).
Second-chance opportunities might be scarce for Wyoming in this meeting. The Cowboys rank 350th in offensive rebounding percentage (17.4 percent), while Boise State ranks 27th in defensive rebounding percentage (76.0 percent).
Wyoming Cowboys at Boise State Broncos Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Boise State, ATS Winner – Boise State, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Boise State ranks 14th in rebounds allowed per game (30.5) while Wyoming ranks 252nd (38.4).
The Broncos rank 45th in assists allowed per game (11.2) while the Cowboys rank 205th (15.1).
Boise State ranks 29th in steals allowed per game (5.2) while Wyoming ranks 106th (6.3).
The Broncos rank 30th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while the Cowboys rank 100th (3.4).
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The Cowboys’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 15.0, up from 8.6 for the season.
During their last five games, the Broncos have scored an average of 71.8 points per game (1.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 67.4 points per game (0.2 above their season average).
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