Air Force Falcons vs Boise State Broncos Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Air Force vs Boise State NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Boise.

Air Force vs Boise State Prediction

Looking to win big? The Falcons and Broncos face off at 3:30 ET on MWN. The Broncos are hosting the game at ExtraMile Arena in Boise, ID. This Mountain West conference matchup has an over/under of 134.5 points, and Boise State is favored to win by -20.5 at home vs. Air Force.

Air Force vs. Boise State Matchup At A Glance

Sport: NCAAB
Teams: Air Force Falcons at Boise State Broncos
Where: Boise at ExtraMile Arena
Date: Saturday, December 21st
Betting Odds BOISE -20.5, AIRF +1591 | BOISE -8583 O/U 134.5

Falcons Preview: Does Air Force Have A Chance at ExtraMile Arena?

Air Force Falcons Recent Game/Games

Air Force dropped to 3-8 on the season after a 81-76 road loss to Northern Colorado on Monday. Entering the game as +9.5 point underdogs, the Falcons kept it closer than expected.

Air Force trailed 41-26 at halftime but put up 50 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 157 went over the pre-game O/U line of 140.5.

Falcons Offense Breakdown

Air Force's offense put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 50.9% from the field. Their two-point shooting was a standout, hitting 73% (27/37), while they struggled from beyond the arc, making just 1 of 18 attempts (5.6%).

Langston Reynolds and Kyle Marshall each scored 23 points, with Reynolds adding 11 rebounds. Zach Bloch contributed 15 points, hitting 3 of 4 from three-point range. The Falcons had just 5 assists and 4 offensive rebounds, and shot 57.6% from the free-throw line.

Falcons Team Defense

Despite Air Force's defensive efforts, they allowed 81 points, with their opponents shooting 52% from the field. The Falcons struggled to contain two-point attempts, as the other team connected on 57% of their shots inside the arc, going 23/40.

From three-point range, Air Force's defense gave up 5 threes on 13 attempts, a 38% shooting rate. The Falcons also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 23 times, where they hit 20 free throws, shooting 87%. Air Force allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.

Broncos Preview: Is a Home Win Possible for Boise State?

Boise State improved to 7-3 on the season with an 82-51 home win over Texas Southern on Tuesday. The Broncos, who were -23.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.

Leading 36-27 at halftime, Boise State clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 24 points while scoring 46. The game’s total points of 133 fell short of the 148.5 O/U line.

Broncos Offense Breakdown

Boise State put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 43.3% from the field. They hit 25% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-32, but were strong inside, making 64.3% of their two-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%.

The Broncos were active on the boards, grabbing 16 offensive rebounds, and dished out 20 assists. Tyson Degenhart led the way with 19 points and 10 rebounds, while Andrew Meadow added 18 points, hitting 4 threes. Alvaro Cardenas contributed 11 points and 7 assists.

Broncos Team Defense

Boise State Broncos put up 51 points in their last game, shooting 43% from the field on 26 of 60 attempts. They were effective inside, hitting 64% of their two-point shots, going 18/28.

From beyond the arc, the Broncos struggled, making just 8 of 32 three-point attempts for 25%. At the free-throw line, they shot 73%, converting 22 of 30 opportunities. They also gave up 16 offensive rebounds.

Falcons vs Broncos Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

Through their last three road games, Air Force has an ATS record of just 1-2. However, their overall record was 0-3 while averaging 64 points per game.
Through their last ten home contests, the Broncos offense has averaged 74 points per game while allowing an average of 73. Boise State posted an overall record of 5-5 while going 4-6 ATS.
In their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Falcons have a straight up record of 0-10 and an ATS mark of 4-6.
Through their previous five contests as the betting favorite, the Broncos have a strong record of 3-2. Their record vs the spread in these matchups is 1-4.