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Saint Mary's Favored to Win Rematch Against Santa Clara in Highly Anticipated College Basketball Game Tomorrow Night

The upcoming college basketball game between Santa Clara and Saint Mary's on Tuesday, February 11 at University Credit Union Pavilion in Moraga, CA is highly anticipated. Saint Mary's previously defeated Santa Clara 67-54 on January 29 and is currently favored to win with a spread of -9.5. Stay informed on this matchup and other NCAAB picks for Tuesday night.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Broncos +333 | -450
• Spread: Broncos +9.5 (-110) | -9.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 137 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that St. Marys will win straight-up is 82%.

Santa Clara vs St. Marys Stats

Santa Clara Broncos

The Santa Clara Broncos have been on an impressive winning streak, going 3-0 since their last home defeat against Saint Mary's. They have dominated their opponents, including a recent victory over San Diego where they held their opponents to a low shooting percentage. Junior forward Elijah Mahi has been a standout player, leading the team in points, assists, and rebounds. The Broncos have a strong offensive game, ranking 36th in the country, and have a solid defense as well. Overall, Santa Clara has a power ranking of 14 and is ranked 54th in the NCAA NET Rankings. Their statistics show that they have a successful season so far with a record of 17-9.

St. Marys Analysis

The Saint Mary's Gaels recently ended their 10-game winning streak with a close loss to San Francisco but bounced back with a strong victory over Oregon State. Led by senior guard Augustas Marciulionis, the Gaels showcased a solid defensive performance, holding Oregon State to a low shooting percentage and limited free throws. Marciulionis has been a key player for the team, averaging 13.8 points and 6.0 assists per game. The Gaels have impressive offensive and defensive stats, ranking 21st in the NCAA NET Rankings. They have a strong defense, allowing just 60.52 points per game, and a solid offense, scoring an average of 74.64 points. Despite their recent success, Santa Clara has had the upper hand in their previous matchups. Overall, the Gaels have shown consistency in their performance on both ends of the court.

Gaels Dominate Broncos with Strong Defensive Performance in Season Opener

In the initial match of the season, the Broncos were unable to contend with the Gaels' defensive strategies. Santa Clara struggled to score during the first ten minutes of the second half, resulting in the Gaels having a commanding 28-point lead. The Gaels are recognized for their highly effective defense, evidenced by their national ranking of 22nd in defensive rebound percentage (74.2%) and third in offensive rebound percentage (40.1%). Based on their previous performance, it is anticipated that the Gaels will once again outperform the Broncos. Despite the Broncos' reputation as a potent offensive team, leading the conference in 3-point percentage (38.4%), the Gaels have effectively limited their opponents to a 29.1% shooting from beyond the arc and 43.6% from within the paint during conference matchups.

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