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UC Santa Barbara Gauchos vs Loyola Marymount Lions Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 18, 2024 at 10:00 PM ET

Venue: Gersten Pavilion — Los Angeles, CA

Article updated Dec 17, 10:45 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The UC Santa Barbara Gauchos are set to face off against the Loyola Marymount Lions on December 18 in a college basketball matchup at Gersten Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA. The

Game outlook

The UC Santa Barbara Gauchos are set to face off against the Loyola Marymount Lions on December 18 in a college basketball matchup at Gersten Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA. The Gauchos have had success against the Lions in previous encounters, with a 6-1 SU and 5-2 ATS record in their last seven meetings. Despite Loyola Marymount being the favorite with an opening line of -1, the current line has shifted to Loyola Marymount -3. Will UC Santa Barbara continue their dominance over the Lions? For more insights, read on for our UC Santa Barbara vs. Loyola Marymount prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Gauchos +133 | Lions -155

Spread: Gauchos +3 (-110) | Lions -3 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 141.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Loyola Marymount will win straight-up is 61%.

UC Santa Barbara Gauchos

The UC Santa Barbara Gauchos recently secured an 83-66 home victory against Green Bay, following two earlier conference losses. They showcased a strong performance, erasing a 10-point deficit and forcing 15 turnovers. Key players such as Deuce Turner and Kenny Pohto made significant contributions, with four players averaging double digits in points per game. The team heavily relies on 3-point shooting, with impressive stats in field goal percentage and assists-to-turnover ratio. In terms of rankings, the Gauchos are 112th in offense, 31st in defense, and have a power ranking of 78. They have a 7-3 record this season. Offensively, they excel in field goal percentage, free throw percentage, and three-point shooting, while defensively, they have strong stats in field goal percentage and defensive rebounds. Utilizing their sportsbook promo codes can potentially enhance their performance even further.

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Loyola Marymount Lions Analysis

The Loyola Marymount Lions have had a successful stretch, winning four of their last five games. Senior guard Will Johnston was a key player in their narrow victory over Prairie View A&M, scoring 23 points including the game-winning layup. Johnston leads the team with an average of 15.7 points per game. The Lions currently have a power ranking of 211 and are averaging 71.33 points per game on offense while allowing 70.00 points per game on defense. Their field goal percentage is 42.00% and they are shooting 71.33% from the free-throw line. On defense, they are allowing opponents to shoot 42.01% from the field. Ultimately, the Lions have shown strength in their offensive and defensive capabilities.

UC Santa Barbara's Strong Offense and Road Success Point to Victory Against Struggling Loyola Marymount

The Lions demonstrate good ball control, ranking 66th in turnover percentage at 15.6%. However, their shooting percentages of 47.5% on 2-pointers (277th) and 31.0% on 3-pointers (264th) are below average. In contrast, the Gauchos have a more efficient offense, suggesting a favorable outcome for the visiting team. UC Santa Barbara heavily relies on their strong 3-point shooting, while Loyola Marymount struggles defensively, ranking 216th in opponents' 3-point percentage at 34.3%. With a stronger perimeter game and the ability to outrebound the Lions, it is anticipated that the Gauchos will emerge victorious. Moreover, UCSB has a recent history of success on the road, boasting a 3-1 SU and 2-2 ATS record in their last four away games.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · UC Santa Barbara Gauchos-104 → +114Moved
  • Moneyline · Loyola Marymount Lions-115 → -134Moved
  • Spread · UC Santa Barbara Gauchos+1 (-110) → +2.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Loyola Marymount Lions-1 (-110) → -2.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over141.5 (-110) → 142 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under141.5 (-110) → 142 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

UC Santa Barbara Gauchos
18-14 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Loyola Marymount Lions
15-17 matchup record · 4-5-1 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-18T03:45:39.071Z). 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

  • 2023-12-16UC Santa Barbara Gauchos 68 · Loyola Marymount Lions 59
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Loyola Marymount Lions defeated UC Santa Barbara Gauchos 60-58

Loyola Marymount Lions defeated UC Santa Barbara Gauchos 60-58 on December 18, 2024, a 2-point decision in the series. Loyola Marymount Lions' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 33-30. Against SportsJaw's recorded UC Santa Barbara Gauchos +2.5 (-110) spread, UC Santa Barbara Gauchos covered, while the 118 combined points finished under the recorded total of 142.

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