Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our San Jose State vs Boise State NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Boise.
San Jose State vs Boise State Prediction
Planning on watching today's Spartans and Broncos game? Catch the action at ExtraMile Arena in Boise, ID, as the Broncos hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on FS1. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 141.5 points, and Boise State is favored by -14.5 to win at home against San Jose State.
San Jose State vs. Boise State Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: San Jose State Spartans at Boise State Broncos
- Where: Boise at ExtraMile Arena
- Date: Friday, February 7th
- Betting Odds BOISE -14.5, SJST +650 | BOISE -1100 O/U 141.5
Spartans Preview: Will San Jose State Shock Everyone at ExtraMile Arena?
San Jose State Spartans Recent Game/Games
San Jose State improved to 10-12 on the season after a 94-91 win over Fresno State on Tuesday. The Spartans were favored by three points, and the game ended in a push against the spread.
San Jose State led 31-29 at halftime but allowed 38 points in the second half. They scored 36 points in the second half and pulled away in overtime. The total points of 185 exceeded the O/U line of 147.5.
Spartans Offense Breakdown
San Jose State put up 94 points in their last game, shooting 46.6% from the field and 38.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 14 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.2%, and they connected on 92.3% of their free throws, going 12-for-13 from the line.
Latrell Davis and Josh Uduje each scored 30 points, with Davis hitting 6-of-11 from three and shooting 61.1% overall. Uduje added 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Jalen Weaver contributed 23 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, while Zaon Collins had 22 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists.
Spartans Team Defense
San Jose State's defense gave up 91 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field on 33 of 79 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 28 two-point baskets on 64 shots, a 43% conversion rate.
From three-point range, San Jose State's opponents hit 5 of 15, shooting 33%. The Spartans also sent them to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 20, an 80% success rate. San Jose State gave up 11 offensive rebounds.
Broncos Preview: Do the Broncos Stand a Chance at Home?
Boise State Broncos Recent Game/Games
Boise State improved to 15-7 on the season with a 71-62 road win over UNLV on Tuesday. The Broncos entered the game as 3-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 133 fell short of the O/U line of 140.5.
Leading 33-29 at halftime, Boise State scored 38 points in the 2nd half and held UNLV to 33 points after the break.
Broncos Offense Breakdown
Boise State's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 40.8% from the field and 28% from three-point range (7/25). They connected on 54.2% of their two-point attempts and hit 75% of their free throws (24/32). The Broncos also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists.
Dedan Thomas Jr. led the way with 20 points, despite shooting 38.9% overall and missing his only three-point attempt. Jeremiah Cherry was highly efficient, hitting 9 of 11 shots for 19 points. Alvaro Cardenas contributed 13 points and 6 assists, though he struggled from deep, going 2 for 8 from beyond the arc.
Broncos Team Defense
Boise State's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 62 points on 37% shooting from the field. They allowed 25 made baskets on 66 attempts.
From three-point range, Boise State was particularly effective, limiting their opponent to just 1 made three on 16 attempts, a 6% shooting performance.
Spartans vs Broncos Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- In their last five road games, San Jose State has averaged 73 points per game while allowing 75. The team's record in this stretch was 2-3 while going 4-0-1.
- In their last ten games at home, the Broncos have a straight up record of 4-6 while going 3-7 vs. the spread. The team averaged 71 points per game in this stretch.
- Through their last five games as the betting underdog, the Spartans have a strong record vs the spread going 5-0. Their straight up mark in these contests is 1-4.
- Spanning across their last ten games as the betting favorite, the Broncos have gone 6-4 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 8-2.
San Jose State vs Boise State Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: San Jose State +14.5 Be sure to check out our other NCAA Basketball betting previews for this week. KnupSports.com also updates their sports betting picks page daily with plays across all sports.