UC Santa Barbara Gauchos vs San Jose St. Spartans Betting Picks & Predictions
The UC Santa Barbara Gauchos, currently standing at 3-0, will face off against the San Jose State Spartans, who are 1-3, in an upcoming game. After a victory against Fresno
Game outlook
The UC Santa Barbara Gauchos, currently standing at 3-0, will face off against the San Jose State Spartans, who are 1-3, in an upcoming game. After a victory against Fresno State, the Gauchos will look to maintain their undefeated record. On the other hand, the Spartans have yet to secure a win in Division I play this season, with their most recent loss coming against Hawaii. The game is scheduled for 5 PM EST at the Provident Union Event Center. Despite being the betting favorite with a -6 opening line that has remained unchanged, the outcome of the game remains to be seen.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Gauchos -250 | Spartans +202
Spread: Gauchos -6 (-110) | Spartans +6 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 146.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UC Santa Barbara will win straight-up is 71%.
UC Santa Barbara Gauchos
UC Santa Barbara defeated Fresno State with a final score of 91-86, maintaining control throughout the game despite committing 20 turnovers. The Gauchos shot 51.9% from the field and 34.8% from three-point range while holding Fresno State to shooting 46.3% from the field and 36.4% from three. Deuce Turner led the team with 24 points, Jason Fontenet II scored 18 points and grabbed six rebounds, and Colin Smith scored 17 points. Stephan Swenson added 14 points and six assists. This season, UC Santa Barbara is scoring an average of 92.5 points per game, shooting 52.5% from the field and 40% from three-point range. Defensively, they are allowing 69.5 points per game and holding opponents to 38.3% shooting from the field and 28.5% from three. With a power ranking of 189, the team is ranked 21st in offense and 64th in defense, with a record of 3-0 (1-1 ATS). They are shooting 53.01% from the field and 75.38% from the free-throw line, with a 40% success rate from three-point range. The Gauchos average 44.67 rebounds per game, 17.33 offensive assists, and 14.33 turnovers. Defensively, they allow 34.33% shooting from the field, 66.67% from the free-throw line, and 25% from three-point range. They average 32.00 defensive rebounds, 11.00 defensive assists, and 12.33 turnovers per game.