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Game time: January 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM ET

Venue: ExtraMile Arena — Boise, ID

Article updated Jan 4, 1:15 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The 2024-25 college basketball season continues on Saturday, January 4, as the San Diego State Aztecs face off against the Boise State Broncos in a Mountain West Conference

Game outlook

The 2024-25 college basketball season continues on Saturday, January 4, as the San Diego State Aztecs face off against the Boise State Broncos in a Mountain West Conference matchup at ExtraMile Arena in Boise, ID. The game is set to tip-off at 4:00 PM ET. This will be the first meeting between the two teams this season, with Boise State looking to extend their winning streak against San Diego State. The Broncos are currently favored to win by 4.5 points, opening at -3.5. Basketball fans can read more about this San Diego State vs. Boise State prediction to see if the Broncos will maintain their dominance.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Aztecs +160 | Broncos -188

Spread: Aztecs +4.5 (-110) | Broncos -4.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 137.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Boise St. will win straight-up is 65%.

San Diego St. Aztecs

The San Diego State Aztecs recently suffered a one-point defeat at the hands of Utah State, ending their five-game winning streak. Despite shooting just 38.5% from the field and blowing an 18-point lead, senior guard Nick Boyd and sophomore guard Miles Byrd each contributed 14 points. Boyd and Byrd have been key players for the Aztecs this season, combining for impressive statistics in points, rebounds, and assists. In terms of performance metrics, the Aztecs score 109.8 points per 100 possessions and allow 94.2 points in return, ranking 47th in the NCAA NET Rankings. Offensively, they are ranked 220th, scoring an average of 74.36 points per game and shooting 44.83% from the field. Defensively, they are ranked 28th, allowing 63.55 points per game and holding opponents to 35.60% shooting from the field. The Aztecs have a record of 8-3 this season and are ranked 85th in power rankings. For more information, consider utilizing sportsbook promo codes to enhance your experience.

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Boise St. Broncos Analysis

Boise State Broncos improved to a 3-0 conference record with a 67-58 victory over Wyoming, their fifth consecutive win. Senior guard Alvaro Cardenas led the team with 19 points and six assists. The Broncos are ranked 52 in the NCAA NET Rankings, scoring 113.8 points per 100 possessions and allowing 99.4 points in return. Senior forward Tyson Degenhart contributes 18.1 points and 6.1 rebounds per game, while Cardenas adds 11.1 points and 6.6 assists per game. Boise State has a power ranking of 50 and ranks 104th in offense and 66th in defense. They are 11-3 overall. On offense, they shoot 47.66% from the field, 77.56% from the free-throw line, and 30.27% from beyond the arc. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 42.05% from the field and 68.75% from the free-throw line. The Broncos average 38.85 rebounds, 15.54 offensive assists, and 11.08 turnovers per game. On defense, they average 29.08 defensive rebounds, 9.54 defensive assists, and 11.23 turnovers per game.

Aztecs Prepare to Halt Broncos' Winning Streak with Strong Defense and Intense Competition

It is anticipated that an intense competition will unfold in the upcoming game, with the Aztecs poised to rebound from their recent loss against Utah State and halt the Broncos' current winning streak. San Diego State boasts a formidable defense, ranking sixth in opponent 2-point percentage (41.9%) and 36th in opponent 3-point percentage (29.2%) nationally. While Boise State excels in free throw shooting, making 77.5% of their attempts and ranking 31st in free-throw rate (.411), their 3-point shooting efficiency lags behind, with only 31.0% success rate (270th). Notably, recent matchups between SDSU and Boise State have been closely contested, with four of the last six games decided by one or two points. The Aztecs' ability to make crucial defensive stops could prove pivotal in securing victory in this upcoming game.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Aztecs vs Broncos archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Aztecs vs Broncos matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · San Diego St. Aztecs+135 → +160Moved
  • Moneyline · Boise St. Broncos-160 → -190Moved
  • Spread · San Diego St. Aztecs+3.5 (-110) → +4 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Boise St. Broncos-3.5 (-110) → -4 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over137.5 (-110) → 136.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under137.5 (-110) → 136.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

San Diego St. Aztecs
22-11 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Boise St. Broncos
20-12 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-04T06:15:49.342Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-03-08Boise St. Broncos 79 · San Diego St. Aztecs 77
  • 2024-01-20San Diego St. Aztecs 66 · Boise St. Broncos 67
Final result

Matchup pick recap

San Diego St. Aztecs defeated Boise St. Broncos 76-68

San Diego St. Aztecs defeated Boise St. Broncos 76-68 on January 4, 2025, a 8-point decision in the series. San Diego St. Aztecs' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 43-36. Against SportsJaw's recorded San Diego St. Aztecs +4 (-110) spread, San Diego St. Aztecs covered, while the 144 combined points finished over the recorded total of 136.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • CoolioSpread · San Diego St. Aztecs +4.5 (-110)Win
  • CoolioTotal · Under 137.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · San Diego St. Aztecs +4.5 (-110)Win