Fresno St. Bulldogs vs
San Diego St. AztecsPredictions & Preview

San Diego State Favored to Dominate Fresno State in Mountain West Showdown

On Tuesday, February 18, college basketball betting action will feature a Mountain West Conference showdown between Fresno State and San Diego State at Viejas Arena in San Diego, CA. The Aztecs previously defeated the Bulldogs 84-62 as a 13.5-point road favorite in December. San Diego State is currently favored at -18.5, with the line remaining steady. This game is a notable NCAAB pick for Tuesday night, and we will delve deeper into the matchup in our Fresno State vs. San Diego State prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Bulldogs +1300 | Aztecs -3200
• Spread: Bulldogs +18.5 (-110) | Aztecs -18.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 140 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Diego St. will win straight-up is 97%.

Fresno St. vs San Diego St. Stats

Fresno St. Bulldogs

The Fresno State Bulldogs suffered an 8th consecutive loss last Saturday, falling 52-51 to UNLV. Despite holding a 1-point lead with just over a minute left, Fresno State shot only 30.4% from the field and struggled from beyond the arc and the foul line. Freshman forward Elijah Price had a strong performance with 15 points, 12 rebounds, three steals, and two blocks, while sophomore guard Zaon Collins added six points, seven boards, and seven assists. The Bulldogs currently rank 283rd in offensive efficiency and 199th in defensive efficiency, with an overall ranking of 277th in the NCAA NET Rankings. Offensively, they shoot 40.18% from the field and 69.30% from the free-throw line, ranking 354th and 266th respectively. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 47.09% from the field and 71.27% from the free-throw line, ranking 333rd and 158th. With a power ranking of 311, the Bulldogs have a record of 5-20 (13-11-1 ATS) this season.

San Diego St. Aztecs Analysis

The San Diego State Aztecs have been on a hot streak, winning six of their last seven games. Despite a recent defeat at Colorado State, they bounced back with wins over San Jose State and Boise State. In their latest victory against Boise State, the Aztecs easily covered a 2.5-point spread, with standout performances from senior guard Nick Boyd. The team is currently ranked 50th in the NCAA NET Rankings and boasts a strong defensive record, allowing just 94.1 points per game. Offensively, the Aztecs are ranked 264th, with an average of 71.14 points per game. They have a power ranking of 110 and are 16-6 overall. The team's statistics show a solid defensive performance, ranking first in field goal percentage allowed and 17th in three-point percentage allowed. The Aztecs will face off against Fresno St., a team that has had recent success against them in previous matchups.

San Diego State Poised to Dominate Fresno State in Key Mountain West Matchup

San Diego State is currently tied with Colorado State as the No. 3 seed in the Mountain West Conference, trailing the second-seeded Utah State by a game and a half. To maintain their position and secure a victory, the Aztecs must remain focused and prepared for the upcoming game against the struggling Bulldogs. Fresno State's shortcomings in rebounding and execution make them a favorable opponent for San Diego State. As the Bulldogs rank last in the conference in 2-point percentage on both offense and defense, the Aztecs' advantage in offensive rebounding will likely lead to dominance in the paint. In their previous matchup this season, San Diego State outrebounded Fresno State by a wide margin and limited their field goal percentage significantly. With these factors in mind, it is anticipated that SDSU will cover the spread with ease in this favorable matchup.

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