Long Beach St. 49ers vs
San Diego TorerosPredictions & Preview

Struggling Toreros Face Promising LBSU Squad in Potential Upset Bid: Long Beach State vs San Diego Basketball Preview

This Tuesday night, the Long Beach State Beach and San Diego Toreros will face off on the basketball court for the first time since November 2019. Both teams have struggled so far this season, with the Beach holding a record of 3-8 and the Toreros at 3-6. The game will take place at Jenny Craig Pavilion at 10:00 p.m. EST, with San Diego being the betting favorite at -3.5. It remains to be seen which team will come out on top and secure a much-needed win.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: 49ers +100 | Toreros +100
• Spread: 49ers +3.5 (-110) | Toreros -3.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 136.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Diego will win straight-up is 50%.

Long Beach St. vs San Diego Stats

Long Beach St. 49ers

Long Beach State has recently broken an eight-game losing streak with back-to-back wins, improving their record to 3-8 this season. Led by Devin Askew and averaging 64.0 points per game, the team aims to continue scoring over 70 points to secure victories. Despite their slow pace, they shoot 41.9% from the field and force an average of 12.0 turnovers per game. Defensively, the team struggles, allowing opponents to score an average of 70.7 points and shoot 44.2% from the field. Long Beach State's power ranking is 299, with a ranking of 347 in offense and 176 in defense. This season, they are 3-7 ATS. Consider utilizing NCAAB Predictions for guidance in handicapping future games.

San Diego Toreros Analysis

The San Diego Toreros have recently experienced a setback with two consecutive losses, including a defeat with a low scoring output of 54 points. Despite being known for their fast-paced style of play, their offense is currently struggling, ranked 357th out of 364 schools. The team averages 66.3 points per game on 40.6% shooting, with the lowest three-point percentage in the country at 23.3%. Defensively, the Toreros are stronger, particularly at home, where they hold opponents to an average of 69.6 points per game. Overall, they surrender 72.4 points per contest, allowing opponents to shoot 42.7% from the field. The defense's strength lies in forcing turnovers, averaging 15.1 per game. As the Toreros prepare to face Long Beach State, they will need to improve their offensive performance to secure a victory.

Struggling Toreros Face Promising LBSU Squad in Potential Upset Bid

The Toreros have struggled offensively, failing to score more than 70 points in their last six games. They currently rank as the least efficient three-point shooting team in their sport. San Diego's overall shooting, rebounding, and ball security are areas of concern. On the other hand, LBSU has shown promise with consecutive wins as an underdog. Their three-point shooting percentage of 34.1% is likely to pose a challenge for a San Diego team allowing a 34.8% clip on three-pointers. Additionally, LBSU's offensive rebounding and ability to force turnovers are strengths that will contribute to their success in this matchup. Considering these factors, it is reasonable to anticipate a competitive game, with LBSU having the potential to secure a victory.

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