Cal Poly Mustangs Look to Cover Spread Against Hawaii in Big West Conference Match

Game outlook

In a match-up between Big West Conference rivals, the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors will be facing the Cal Poly Mustangs at the Robert A. Mott Athletics Center in San Luis Obispo, California. Hawaii comes into the game with a record of 14-11 overall and 6-7 in the Big West, while Cal Poly sits at 4-21 overall and 0-13 in conference play. Hawaii is coming off a win against UC Davis, where Bernardo da Silva led the team with 19 points. Hawaii has won their last two games and four out of their last five. On the other hand, Cal Poly was defeated by Long Beach State in their previous game, extending their losing streak to 13 consecutive Big West games. Prior to the game, Hawaii's Jovan McClanahan is uncertain to play due to unknown reasons, while Cal Poly does not have any injured players listed. In terms of betting, South Dakota St. is currently favored to win, with the opening line at -1.5 and the current line at South Dakota St. -2.5.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Jackrabbits -145 | Kangaroos +125

Spread: Jackrabbits -2.5 (-110) | Kangaroos +2.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 142.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that South Dakota St. will win straight-up is 59%.

South Dakota St. Jackrabbits

Hawaii's basketball team has been performing moderately this season. They are currently averaging 72.4 points per game, which places them 226th in the nation. Their shooting percentages are also average, with a 45.5% overall shooting rate and a 32.8% rate from three-point land. The team's free throw shooting stands at 70.1%, ranking them 243rd in the nation. Noel Coleman leads the team in scoring, averaging 13.7 points per game, followed by Justin McCoy with 11.3 points per game. Two other players on the team are also averaging double figures in scoring. JoVon McClanahan, the leader in assists with an average of 3.6 per game, is currently dealing with an injury and may not be able to play in the upcoming game. Defensively, Hawaii allows an average of 69.3 points per game, placing them 109th in the nation. Opponents have a shooting percentage of 45.1% against them overall and 32.5% from three-point land. In terms of rebounding, Hawaii averages 34.2 rebounds per game, with Bernardo da Silva leading the team with an average of 7.0 boards per game. Coleman is the leader in steals with an average of 1.1 per game, and Mor Seck is the team's top shot blocker, averaging 1.1 blocked shots per contest. On the other hand, South Dakota St. holds a power ranking of 146 and is ranked 117th in offense, scoring an average of 76.26 points per game. Their defense is ranked 231st, allowing an average of 73.35 points per game. South Dakota St. currently has a record of 13-11 and is 10-12 ATS this season. They have a strong offensive shooting percentage, hitting 47.52% of their field goals, 69.90% of their free throws, and 35.21% of their three-point attempts. They average 35.30 rebounds per game, 13.22 offensive assists, and 11.65 turnovers. Defensively, the team allows opponents to shoot 42.49% from the field, 74.29% from the free throw line, and 36.78% from beyond the arc. They average 34.57 defensive rebounds, 13.09 defensive assists, and 11