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Gonzaga at San Diego State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Gonzaga at San Diego State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The No. 4 Gonzaga Bulldogs (3-0) and San Diego State Aztecs (2-0) tangle in a Monday contest at Viejas Arena, tipping off at 10 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Gonzaga vs. San Diego State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Gonzaga heads out for its first road game after 2 easy wins bracketing a closer-than-expected Nov. 10 contest against Arizona State, an 88-80 win. The Bulldogs — owners of a 2-1 mark against the spread (ATS) — have been highly efficient thus far and are averaging a robust 100.7 points per game.

San Diego State is back on the hardwood for the first time since last Tuesday when it clocked a 100-59 victory over D-III Occidental. SDSU is opening a tough stretch that will continue Thanksgiving week at the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas where it will face No. 13 Creighton on Nov. 26.

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Gonzaga at San Diego State odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college basketball odds. Lines last updated at 11:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline: Gonzaga -600 (bet $600 to win $100) | San Diego State +430 (bet $100 to win $430)
Against the spread: Gonzaga -10.5 (-110) | San Diego State +10.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 149.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Gonzaga at San Diego State picks and predictions

Prediction

Gonzaga 77, San Diego State 70

Moneyline

No interest. STEER CLEAR.

Against the spread

SDSU won straight up as a 6.5-point underdog at Gonzaga 84-74 last season. The Aztecs played excellent defense, holding the Zags to a 42.4% mark from the floor, including 5-for-19 behind the 3-point line, and winning the turnover battle 13-11. Plus, the Aztecs’ bench outscored the Bulldogs’ bench 32-11.

GU will surely have revenge on its mind, but the defensive-minded Aztecs play at a below-average tempo and are solid in defending near-proximity looks around the bucket.

Expect Gonzaga to earn the win but perhaps more in the 3-possession territory on the final score.

TAKE SAN DIEGO STATE +10.5 (-110).

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Over/Under

The Under has gone 10-5-1 across SDSU’s last 16 lined games on home hardwood.

Expect big defensive efforts from both sides and not a ton of clock-stopped looks from the foul line. San Diego State has been a bit loose with the ball at times but tends to get back and avoid quick transition buckets.

TAKE THE UNDER 149.5 (-115).

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San Diego State at UNLV odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s San Diego State at UNLV odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The San Diego State Aztecs (3-6, 2-2 Mountain West) and UNLV Rebels (7-2, 3-1) meet Saturday. Kickoff from Allegiant Stadium is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (CBSSN). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s college football odds around the San Diego State vs. UNLV odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Aztecs suffered a tough 21-16 loss to New Mexico at home last Friday as a 1.5-point favorite, a costly blow to the team’s bowl eligibility hopes. Now, San Diego State must win out to qualify for a bowl. The Aztecs have failed to cover in the past 2 outings, too, while the Under is 2-1 in the past 3 games.

For the Rebels, losses to Syracuse and Boise State in the past 2 home games have derailed talk of a potential run to the College Football Playoff, but a win over Hawaii last week was the team’s seventh victory of the season. The Rebels failed to cover, and they’re just 1-4 against the spread (ATS) in the past 5 outings. The Over has cashed in 4 of the past 6 games.

San Diego State has won 4 straight meetings, and 8 of the past 9 since Sept. 27, 2014. The Rebels are 4-1 ATS in the past 5 in the series, with the Under cashing in 6 of the previous 7 contests.

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San Diego State at UNLV odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at 1:15 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): San Diego State +980 (bet $100 to win $980) | UNLV -2000 (bet $2,000 to win $100)
Against the spread: San Diego State +21.5 (-115) | UNLV -21.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 54.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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San Diego State at UNLV picks and predictions

Prediction

UNLV 32, San Diego State 19

Moneyline

UNLV (-2000) will cost you 20 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not nearly enough reward. Even as part of a multi-leg parlay, include the Rebels makes absolutely no sense.

AVOID.

Against the spread

SAN DIEGO STATE +21.5 (-115) is a bit of a risky play, but the hope is that it plays with a ton of urgency given the fact that a loss means no chance of a bowl game.

The Aztecs are a respectable 2-1 ATS in the past 3 games on the road, while the Rebels are a dismal 1-4 ATS in the past 5 games, including 2 straight outright losses in the past 2 at home.

While the Rebels are 4-1 ATS in the past 5 meetings, the Aztecs have won 8 of the past 9 in the series outright. The double-digit under in the past 4 meetings has cashed at a 3-1 ATS rate.

Over/Under

UNDER 54.5 (-105) is worth playing lightly.

The total has gone low in 6 of the past 7 meetings in this Mountain West series.

The Under has hit in 2 of the past 3 games for San Diego State, while going 2-1 in the past 3 games for UNLV.

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San Diego State at Boise State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s San Diego State at Boise State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The San Diego State Aztecs (3-4, 2-0 Mountain West) take on the Boise State Broncos (6-1, 3-0) at Albertsons Stadium Friday. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET (FS1). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the San Diego State vs. Boise State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

SDSU lost a nailbiter to Washington State last week, covering as a 17-point dog in a 29-26 defeat. It led 26-14 after a touchdown early in the fourth quarter but folded. RB Marquez Cooper rushed 18 times for 78 yards and 2 TDs.

Boise State, No. 19 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, is coming off a 29-24 victory over UNLV. RB Ashton Jeanty rushed 33 times for 128 yards and a TD. It covered as a 4-point favorite in what was its 5th win in a row. The only blemish on its record is a 37-34 defeat to Oregon as an 18-point dog.

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San Diego State at Boise State odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at 10:32 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): San Diego State +1100 (bet $100 to win $1,100) | Boise State -2500 (bet $2,500 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): San Diego State +23.5 (-110) | Boise State -23.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 57.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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San Diego State at Boise State picks and predictions

Prediction

Boise State 38, San Diego State 24

Moneyline

There is no wager here. Boise State should continue its winning ways, but wagering $250 to win $10 is not wise.

PASS.

Against the spread

I like SDSU at home here to keep it within 3 scores. The Aztecs have covered 4 straight games, and none of them were more than 17-point spreads. The Broncos are in the midst of a soft spot in their schedule and could easily take their foot off the gas late.

Take SAN DIEGO STATE +23.5 (-110).

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Over/Under

This one is going Over. The Broncos posted 34 points on Oregon, which is one of the top teams in the nation. They’re 5-2 O/U on the season. Meanwhile, SDSU has scored at least 21 points in 4 straight games.

Take the OVER 57.5 (-105).

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Washington State at San Diego State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Washington State at San Diego State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Washington State Cougars (6-1) and San Diego State Aztecs (3-3) meet Saturday at Snapdragon Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Washington State vs. San Diego State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Washington State bounced back with a pair of wins over Fresno State and Hawaii after a 45-24 loss at Boise State Sept. 28. The defense has allowed just 13.5 points per game (PPG) in the past 2 outings, cashing the Under in both. The total has gone low in 4 of 6 games against FBS opponents. Wazzu is 5-2 against the spread (ATS) in its 7 outings.

San Diego State has picked up consecutive 27-24 wins over Hawaii and Wyoming in the past 2 games, bouncing back from a stunning 22-21 loss at Central Michigan Sept. 28. The Aztecs are 3-0 ATS in the past 3 games after opening the season 0-3 ATS. The Over has cashed in the past 2 outings, too.

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Washington State at San Diego State odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at 12:55 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Washington State -600 (bet $600 to win $100) | San Diego State +425 (bet $100 to win $425)
Against the spread: Washington State -14.5 (-105) | San Diego State +14.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 56.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Washington State at San Diego State picks and predictions

Prediction

Washington State 40, San Diego State 21

Moneyline

Washington State (-600) will set you back 6 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not nearly enough return. Even as part of a multi-leg parlay, there is just too much to lay, with not enough of a reward.

AVOID.

Against the spread

Backing WASHINGTON STATE -14.5 (-105) is worth the play. The Cougars have covered at a 5-2 ATS clip in 7 games this season and are 2-1 ATS as double-digit favorites. On the road and in neutral-site games, the Cougars are 2-1 ATS in the previous 3 contests.

For San Diego State +14.5 (-115), it is 3-0 ATS in the past 3 games after opening 0-3 ATS. As underdogs of 5.5 or more points, the Aztecs are 0-2 ATS in the previous 2 contests.

Over/Under

OVER 56.5 (-115) is a strong play in this battle in San Diego.

The Over has cashed in the past 2 games for San Diego State in a pair of 27-24 victories. While the Under has connected in 2 in a row for Washington State, and 4 of the past 6 games, the Over is 3-0 in 3 games when the Cougars are double-digit favorites.

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San Diego State at California odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s San Diego State at California odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The San Diego State Aztecs (1-1) travel to meet the California Golden Bears (2-0) Saturday at California Memorial Stadium in Berkeley. Kickoff is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the San Diego State vs. California odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Aztecs were embarrassed last weekend by visiting Oregon State, falling 21-0 at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego as 5.5-point underdogs. The Under (53.5) easily cashed in that one. Prior to that, SDSU stomped Texas A&M-Commerce of the FCS, 45-14, but it failed to cover as a 32.5-point favorite as the Over (57) connected.

The Golden Bears picked up a giant 21-14 victory at Auburn last week, cashing as 11.5-point underdogs as the Under (53) hit. Cal topped a good UC Davis team 31-13 at home Aug. 31, just missing the cover as a 20.5-point favorite as the Under (57) cashed.

This is the 9th all-time meeting, and it will break a 4-4 series tie. San Diego State won a barn burner in the most recent meeting Sept. 10, 2016, 45-40. Cal won the most recent meeting in Berkeley, roughing up the Aztecs 35-7 Sept. 12, 2015.

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San Diego State at California odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at 11:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): San Diego State +750 (bet $100 to win $750) | California -1200 (bet $1,200 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): San Diego State +17.5 (-110) | California -17.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 48 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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San Diego State at California picks and predictions

Prediction

California 26, San Diego State 13

Moneyline

California (-1200) will set you back 12 times your potential return. There is never a reason to bet such a giant favorite like that, as there is just not enough reward to justify that type of risk. Even as part of a huge parlay, including Cal sucks all of the value out of your ticket.

PASS.

Against the spread

Back SAN DIEGO STATE +17.5 (-110) catching the points, and hope that it can rediscover its offense.

The Aztecs were a disaster on offense against Oregon State last week, getting blanked at home. However, California -17.5 (-115) could have a little bit of an emotional hangover after such a strong road win against an SEC foe a week ago. Can the Bears bring the intensity 2 weekends in a row at such a high level?

Over/Under

UNDER 48 (-110) is the best option on the board in this Golden State battle.

San Diego State was blanked last week, and it cashed low on the total in its only previous game against an FBS foe. Cal went low at Auburn in the upset win and against UC Davis in the opener, too. Look for defense to reign supreme in the East Bay Saturday.

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Oregon State at San Diego State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Oregon State at San Diego State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Oregon State Beavers (1-0) and San Diego State Aztecs (1-0) meet at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego. Kickoff is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (CBSSN). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Oregon State vs. San Diego State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Beavers picked up a 38-15 win over FCS Idaho State last weekend, but they just missed covering as a 29-point favorite as the Under (57) connected. Oregon State was able to roll up 362 rushing yards on 58 attempts, as RBs Anthony Hankerson (24-155-2) and Jam Griffin (20-160-2) each tore it up on the ground.

The Aztecs rolled up a 45-14 win over Texas A&M-Commerce at home, but it wasn’t as impressive as the score might indicate. It was just 24-14 heading into the 4th quarter before a TD run, a pick-6 and a TD pass helped San Diego State pull away. San Diego State had 254 rushing yards on 40 attempts.

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Oregon State at San Diego State odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:10 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Oregon State -205 (bet $205 to win $100) | San Diego State +168 (bet $100 to win $168)
Against the spread (ATS): Oregon State -5.5 (-115) | San Diego State +5.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 53.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Oregon State at San Diego State picks and predictions

Prediction

Oregon State 30, San Diego State 21

Moneyline

Playing Oregon State (-205) will set you back more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s just a little too expensive for a standalone wager. However, as part of a multi-team parlay, including the Beavers is perfectly OK for in a parlay of 3 or more teams.

PASS.

Against the spread

Take OREGON STATE -5.5 (-115) laying the little bit of points. It was far more impressive last week against Idaho State than San Diego State +5.5 (-105) was against Texas A&M-Commerce.

The Beavers have a 2-headed monster in the backfield which could give the Aztecs fits at Snapdragon on Saturday night.

Over/Under

The UNDER 53.5 (-105) is the lean, but go lightly with a half-unit play at most.

The Under cashed for Oregon State last week, while San Diego State ended up going Over last week, but 2 of its scores were of the defensive variety. That won’t happen against an FBS opponent.

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March Madness: San Diego State vs. UConn odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s San Diego State vs. UConn odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The UConn Huskies (33-3) battle the San Diego State Aztecs (26-10) in the Sweet 16 of the East Region Thursday. Tip from TD Garden is set for 7:39 p.m. ET (TBS/truTV). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the San Diego State vs. UConn odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

UConn is No. 1 and San Diego State is No. 25 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

The top-seeded Huskies throttled the 16th-seeded Stetson Hatters 91-52 in the 1st round, covering as a 27.5-point favorite, and then beat 9th-seeded Northwestern Wildcats 75-58 in the 2nd round to cover as a 13-point favorite. UConn was 20-11 against the spread (ATS) in the regular season and is 4-1 ATS this postseason.

The 5th-seeded Aztecs, who lost 68-61 to the New Mexico Lobos in the Mountain West Conference Tournament, beat the 12-seed UAB Blazers 69-65 in their 1st NCAA Tournament game, failing to cover as a 6.5-point favorite. In Round 2 they beat the 13th-seeded Yale Bulldogs 85-57, covering as a 5.5-point favorite. San Diego State was 12-16-1 ATS in the regular season and is 2-3 ATS in its 5 postseason games.

San Diego State vs. UConn odds

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Moneyline (ML): San Diego State +490 (bet $100 to win $490) | UConn -710 (bet $710 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): San Diego State +10.5 (-104) | UConn -10.5 (-118)
Over/Under (O/U): 135.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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San Diego State vs. UConn picks and predictions

Prediction

UConn 73, San Diego State 61

Moneyline

PASS.

The Huskies are the far superior side, but not worth a play at -710. For the risky, the Aztecs should be a heavy betting underdog, but they won’t have much value on the moneyline given UConn’s season-long dominance.

Against the spread

BET UCONN -10.5 (-118).

UConn has covered 7 straight games as a double-digit favorite and have dominated teams, including Stetson and Northwestern in the last 2. They are 8-1 ATS on a neutral court this season as well.

The Aztecs may have made a deep run last season in the tournament, but they don’t have the caliber roster and don’t have the same defensive acumen, allowing 68 or more in 3 of 5 postseason games. They barely edged UAB in the 1st round and have failed to cover in 7 of their last 10 games. During the regular season, 4 of San Diego State’s top 5 scoring options shot under 43% from the field.

That inefficiency coupled with UConn’s defense will be a bad mixture for the Aztecs. Take the Huskies to cover and back UCONN -10.5 (-118).

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Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 135.5 (-105).

If the Aztecs want to win, must not try to outrace UConn. They should play at their pace, and sitting 181st in field goal attempts per game (58.2), they play at a slow pace.

San Diego State has gone Under in 6 of its last 10 games. UConn has gone Under in 6 of its last 7 games and has allowed 60 or fewer in 4 of its 5 postseason games. It has the defensive intensity to heavily limit the Aztecs’ already-inefficient offense.

Couple it all together and back UNDER 135.5 (-105).

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March Madness: Yale vs. San Diego State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Yale vs. San Diego State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Yale Bulldogs (23-9) and San Diego State Aztecs (25-10) tangle in an East Region 2nd-round game in Spokane on Sunday. The 13/5 match-up at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena is slated to tip off at 9:40 p.m. ET (TBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook ‘s lines around the Yale vs. San Diego State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Yale, which barely snuck past Brown in the Ivy League Tournament final last Sunday, upset 4-seed Auburn 78-76 as a 14-point underdog on Friday. Now 6-1 over its last 7 games, Yale is a slow-tempo, solidly-efficient team at both ends of the floor and one that does not turn the ball over.

Fifth-seed San Diego State, ranked No. 25 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, failed to cover a 6 1/2-point spread but defeated No. 11 UAB 69-65 in its Friday 1st-rounder. The Aztecs prevailed despite shooting 27.8% from distance (5 of 18) for a 4th time in their last 5 games.

Yale vs. San Diego State odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:42 a.m. ET.

Moneyline: Yale +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | San Diego State -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Yale +5.5 (-110) | San Diego State -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 129.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Yale vs. San Diego State picks and predictions

Prediction

San Diego State 68, Yale 64

Moneyline

Any profit is locked up in the middle. Would take Yale +220, so the Bulldogs are a lean. But better relative value can be found against the number.

PASS.

Against the spread

San Diego State is 4-8 ATS in non-conference games. The Aztecs are 2-4 ATS in neutral-site games.

The Bulldogs’ defensive rebounding is key. Yale was solid enough against Auburn Friday and is well-ranked, statistically, in that category. SDSU has edges at the rim and in free-throw frequency. The Aztecs are usually quite capable on the offensive glass, and for a team that doesn’t do much from 3-point-land, those 2nd-chance points will determine how successful SDSU is.

Yale is No. 79 on KenPom. SDSU has recently played No. 70 UNLV twice and No. 106 UAB; the Aztecs went 0-3 ATS in those contests.

BACK THE BULLDOGS +5.5 (-110).

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Over/Under

The Over is 5-2 across 7 SDSU tournament games.

Both teams have filed slow pace figures this season (KenPom rates Yale’s tempo as 327th). But a game inside 2 possessions would likely spiral the points the last 5 minutes. That projected closeness of the game, coupled with the Aztecs’ ability to draw fouls, makes the OVER 128.5 (-110) a solid zag play against the current.

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March Madness: UAB vs. San Diego State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s UAB vs. San Diego State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The UAB Blazers (23-11) and San Diego State Aztecs (24-10) clash Friday in an East Region 1st-round game in Spokane, Wash. Tip-off at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena will be at 1:45 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook ‘s lines around the UAB vs. San Diego State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Alabama-Birmingham made the tourney as champions of the American Athletic Conference. UAB, the 12-seed in the East, covered a 6 1/2-point spread in the 85-69 ACC title game win over Temple on Sunday.

Fifth-seed San Diego State, ranked No. 25 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, last played Saturday when it was ousted 68-61 by New Mexico as a 2-point favorite in the Mountain West tournament. The Aztecs are a team that usually excels in getting to the foul line. but SDSU has been outscored at the line in 4 of its last 5 games.

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UAB vs. San Diego State odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:33 a.m. ET.

Moneyline: UAB +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | San Diego State -275 (bet $275 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): UAB +6.5 (-110) | San Diego State -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 139.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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UAB vs. San Diego State picks and predictions

Prediction

San Diego State 74, UAB 70

Moneyline

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Against the spread

When lined as an underdog, UAB is 10-2 ATS. The Blazers are 15-6 ATS across their last 21 games in all tournaments. SDSU is 4-7 ATS in non-conference play. And the rest may between games may not have done the Aztecs a favor: SDSU is 0-4 ATS when playing on 5- or 6-day rest.

UAB may not win this game, but expect the Blazers to get a decent number of points when not in the flow of an offensive set. Second-chance and free-throw points and a slow Aztec pace should serve to keep UAB within a touchdown.

BACK THE BLAZERS +6.5 (-110).

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Over/Under

Those 12 games with UAB as underdogs have seen 8 Overs. The Over has gone 5-1 across 6 San Diego State tournament game this season.

The UAB put-backs and free throws tip the scales toward the high side of this one, and both teams have exhibited an uptick in pace of late.

Consider a partial-unit play on the OVER 139.5 (-110).

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Mountain West Tournament: New Mexico vs. San Diego State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s New Mexico vs. San Diego State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New Mexico Lobos (25-9) and San Diego State Aztecs (24-9) meet in the Mountain West Conference Tournament Championship Game Saturday at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the New Mexico vs. San Diego State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

The 6th-seeded Lobos have scored 3 straight wins over Air Force, Boise State and Colorado State while going 3-0 against the spread (ATS) with 3 straight Under results in this tournament. It’s a stark contrast to the way UNM finished the regular season, as it was just 1-3 straight up (SU) in the final 4 games while covering only 2 of the final 6 regular-season games.

The 5th-seeded Aztecs, the defending national runner-up, topped UNLV and Utah State to get back to the final. San Diego State has split the spread while cashing the Over in the 2 tournament games.

These teams split the regular-season series, with New Mexico winning 88-70 in The Pit in ABQ Jan. 13, cashing as a 3.5-point favorite. San Diego State won at Viejas Arena Feb. 16 to cover as a 6-point favorite. The Over cashed in both meetings.

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New Mexico vs. San Diego State odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:55 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): New Mexico +112 (bet $100 to win $112) | San Diego State -134 (bet $134 to win $100)
Against the spread: New Mexico +2.5 (-115) | San Diego State -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 141.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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New Mexico vs. San Diego State picks and predictions

Prediction

San Diego State 72, New Mexico 66

Moneyline

SAN DIEGO STATE (-134) isn’t priced out of line if you want to pick a winner and not worry about the points.

The Aztecs can tap into the experience of last season’s run to the national title game to get them through. While New Mexico (+112) has played well in this tourney, it struggled down the stretch of the regular season. San Diego State is the team with more experience, and a little more balance.

Against the spread

SAN DIEGO STATE -2.5 (-105) is a solid play laying the little bit of points.

The Aztecs halted a 4-game ATS skid with the win and cover over Utah State Friday. There is risk here, but they have owned New Mexico State +2.5 (-115) over the years, going 6-3-1 ATS in the past 10 meetings in this series.

The last time these teams met, the Aztecs hammered the Lobos by 11. Look for San Diego State to keep up the good word, claim the conference tournament title, and get ready for another run in the NCAA Tournament.

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Over/Under

UNDER 141.5 (-110) is a solid play in this MWC title game.

The Lobos have gone 3-for-3 in this tourney, relying heavily upon defense to get the job done. New Mexico has allowed 62.3 PPG in the 3 games in Vegas.

The Aztecs have allowed 70.5 PPG in the 2 tourney wins, and the Under is 6-4 across the past 10 games dating back to Feb. 9. The Under has hit in 4 of the past 6 meetings in this series, too.

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