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Waves74
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San Francisco Dons vs Pepperdine Waves Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: February 8, 2024 at 11:00 PM ET

Venue: Firestone Fieldhouse — Malibu, CA

Article updated Feb 8, 6:23 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In this matchup between San Francisco and Pepperdine in the West Coast Conference, San Francisco is the clear favorite. They have won the last three meetings and eight of the

Game outlook

In this matchup between San Francisco and Pepperdine in the West Coast Conference, San Francisco is the clear favorite. They have won the last three meetings and eight of the last ten. The opening betting line favored San Francisco by 8.5 points, but the current line has shifted to San Francisco -9.5. The total points for the game is set at 144.5. Stay tuned for more exciting college betting action.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Dons -458 | Waves +345

Spread: Dons -9.5 (-110) | Waves +9.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 145.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Francisco will win straight-up is 82%.

San Francisco Dons

The San Francisco Dons recently won their third consecutive game against Pacific, with a score of 79-73. Currently, the Dons have a conference record of 7-2 and have performed well on the road with a record of 17-16. They are ranked 78th by Bart Torvik and even higher in the KenPom Rankings. The team prides itself on its strong defense, ranking 44th in points allowed per 100 possessions and 106th in points scored per 100 possessions. In the game against Pacific, the Dons had a five-point lead at halftime and maintained their advantage throughout. They had an impressive field goal percentage of 50.9% and made 15 out of 18 free throws. San Francisco is known for their exceptional shooting, ranking eighth in field goal percentage and 37th in free throw percentage. However, they have not capitalized on this strength, ranking 346th in free throw attempts per game. Marcus Williams led the team with 20 points, while Jonathan Mogbo achieved a double-double with 15 points and 14 rebounds. Mogbo has consistently demonstrated his ability to achieve a double-double, averaging 10.7 rebounds and 15.3 points per game. In terms of power ranking, the Dons are ranked 60th in offense, scoring an average of 79.21 points per game. They excel in field goal percentage and free throw percentage, ranking ninth and 37th, respectively. Their three-point shooting percentage is ranked 129th. Defensively, they allow an average of 64.71 points per game and have a field goal percentage against them of 41.84%. They also excel in defensive rebounds, ranking 28.79th. Overall, the San Francisco Dons have had a successful season with a record of 18-6 and 14-9 against the spread (ATS). Their strong shooting abilities and defensive prowess have contributed to their victories. 𝕃𝕠𝕓 𝕔𝕚𝕥𝕪 ⭐️ #USFDons | #WCChoops pic.twitter.com/BAKcooIdz5

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Pepperdine Waves Analysis

The Pepperdine Waves recently suffered a fifth consecutive loss against Portland, resulting in a record of 9-23. Within the conference, they have only won 2 out of 7 games. Despite having a 8-6 home record, the team struggles on the defensive end, ranking 308th in points allowed per 100 possessions and 167th in points per 100 possessions. In their recent game against Portland, Pepperdine shot well at 54.0%, but their defensive weaknesses were exploited as Portland made 55.0% of their attempts and 55.2% of their three-point shots. This lackluster defense is evident in their ranking of 356th in opponent field goal percentage and 358th in opponent three-point shooting. Key players Houston Mallette and Jevon Porter performed well, with Mallette scoring 28 points and Porter contributing 22. Michael Ajayi almost achieved a double-double with 14 rebounds and 17 points, and he is close to averaging a double-double per game. Overall, Pepperdine has a power ranking of 325 and sits at #231 in offense and #251 in defense. In terms of offensive stats, the Waves shoot 44.59% from the field, 68.54% from the free-throw line, and make 35.27% of their three-point shots. They average 33.83 rebounds per game, 13.33 offensive assists, and 11.17 turnovers. On the defensive end, Pepperdine allows opponents to shoot 48.49% from the field, 73.55% from the free-throw line, and 38.35% from three-point range. They average 32.79 defensive rebounds, 13.46 defensive assists, and 11.92 turnovers. 📰 | Waves downed by sharpshooting Pilots https://t.co/zOHYTU5LER

San Francisco Favored Over Pepperdine Despite Recent ATS Struggles

In recent matchups, San Francisco has had a dominant record against Pepperdine. However, their performance against the spread has been subpar, with a 4-6-0 ATS record in the last 10 meetings. Considering this, it seems reasonable to consider wagering on the Waves, especially given that they are being offered 8.5 points. The previous encounter between these teams on February 11, 2023, saw the Dons favored by nine points but winning by just eight. It is important to note that while San Francisco may have faltered in recent games against the spread, Pepperdine has experienced similar struggles, losing their last five outings in this regard. Admittedly, the situation can be perplexing. Pepperdine exhibits the capability to compete closely with their opponents, losing by seven points or less in three of their last four games; however, they have also suffered significant defeats at the hands of tougher teams like Gonzaga (25-point loss) and Pacific (15-point loss). Taking all of these factors into consideration, it becomes evident that the Dons' strong shooting ability combined with Pepperdine's defensive shortcomings make San Francisco the more favorable choice.

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Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · San Francisco Dons-410 → -468Moved
  • Moneyline · Pepperdine Waves+305 → +363Moved
  • Spread · San Francisco Dons-8.5 (-110) → -9.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Pepperdine Waves+8.5 (-110) → +9.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over145 (-110) → 147 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under145 (-110) → 147 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

San Francisco Dons
17-16 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 8-2-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Pepperdine Waves
9-23 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-02-08T11:23:05.864Z). 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

  • 2023-02-11Pepperdine Waves 80 · San Francisco Dons 88
Final result

Matchup pick recap

San Francisco Dons defeated Pepperdine Waves 80-74

San Francisco Dons defeated Pepperdine Waves 80-74 on February 8, 2024, a 6-point decision in the series. San Francisco Dons' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 45-41. Against SportsJaw's recorded San Francisco Dons -9.5 (-110) spread, Pepperdine Waves covered, while the 154 combined points finished over the recorded total of 147.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • CoolioTotal · Over 145.5 (-110)Win
  • CoolioSpread · San Francisco Dons -9.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · San Francisco Dons -9.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 146.5 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · San Francisco Dons -9.5 (-110)Loss