UAB Blazers vs San Diego St. Aztecs Betting Picks & Predictions
The 12th-seed UAB Blazers are set to face the five-seed San Diego State Aztecs in a first-round matchup in the East Region of the NCAA Tournament. UAB secured their spot in
Game outlook
The 12th-seed UAB Blazers are set to face the five-seed San Diego State Aztecs in a first-round matchup in the East Region of the NCAA Tournament. UAB secured their spot in the tournament with a strong performance in the AAC Championship game, while San Diego State earned a five-seed after a solid showing in the Mountain West. The game is scheduled to tip off at 1:45 PM EST from the Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena, with San Diego State opening as a -7 betting favorite and the line remaining unchanged.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Blazers +235 | Aztecs -285
Spread: Blazers +7 (-110) | Aztecs -7 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 139 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Diego St. will win straight-up is 74%.
UAB Blazers
UAB secured a spot in the NCAA Tournament after an impressive run in the AAC Tournament, which included a convincing victory over top seed USF. The Blazers displayed strong offensive stats throughout the season, averaging 77.4 PPG on 45% shooting from the field and 33% shooting from three, while excelling in drawing fouls. However, defensively they have struggled, allowing 75.8 PPG and opponents to shoot 44.6% from the field and 35% from three. With a power ranking of 15, UAB is ranked 72 in offense and 281 in defense. They have a record of 23-11 and maintain solid rebounding and assist averages. Additionally, they fare well in free throw shooting but struggle with three-point shooting on both ends of the court.