The Boise State Broncos (20-11, 12-7 MWC) clash against the No. 5 San Diego State Aztecs (29-1, 18-1 MWC) in the Mountain West Conference Tournament at Thomas & Mack Center. The game starts at 9 p.m. ET on Friday, March 6, 2020, and will air on CBS Sports Network.
Boise State Broncos vs. San Diego State Aztecs ATS Prediction
The Broncos will be looking for a similar outcome after defeating the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels in their last outing, 67-61. One of Boise State’s largest advantages was getting to the free throw line. They had 29 free throw attempts, three more than UNLV. Boise State was lifted by RJ Williams, who was the team’s high scorer with 23 points on 7-for-12 shooting.
The last time the Aztecs played, they beat the Air Force Falcons, 73-60. The Aztecs held the Falcons to an offensive rebounding percentage of 14.8 (below their season average of 22.9). The Falcons also had a turnover percentage of 22.6 (above their season average of 16.1). With 16 points, eight assists and seven rebounds, San Diego State’s Malachi Flynn played well.
San Diego State should have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. The Aztecs rank 15th in effective field goal percentage (0.551), while Boise State ranks 232nd in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.502).
Boise State Broncos vs. San Diego State Aztecs Odds Pick
Prediction: ATS Winner – San Diego State, O/U – Over
Betting Trends
San Diego State ranks 148th in blocks per game (2.8) while Boise State ranks 232nd (1.5).
The Broncos’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 2.0, down from 7.1 for the season.
During their last five games, the Aztecs have scored an average of 71.4 points per game (3.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 63.4 points per game (4.2 above their season average).