Gonzaga Bulldogs vs Saint Mary’s Gaels Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Gonzaga vs Saint Mary's NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Moraga.

Gonzaga vs Saint Mary's Prediction

Planning on watching today's Bulldogs and Gaels game? Catch the action at University Credit Union Pavilion in Moraga, CA, as the Gaels hosts this showdown at 11:00 ET on ESPN. The over/under for this West Coast conference contest is set at 147.5 points, with Saint Mary's being favored by -1.5 at home against Gonzaga.

Gonzaga vs. Saint Mary's Matchup At A Glance

Sport: NCAAB
Teams: Gonzaga Bulldogs at Saint Mary's Gaels
Where: Moraga at University Credit Union Pavilion
Date: Saturday, February 1st
Betting Odds STMRY -1.5, GNZG -108 | STMRY -113 O/U 147.5

Bulldogs Preview: Will the Bulldogs Pull Through as the Away Underdog?

Gonzaga Bulldogs Recent Game/Games

Gonzaga improved to 16-6 on the season with a dominant 98-60 win over Oregon State on Tuesday. The Bulldogs, who were -15 point favorites, not only covered the spread but also saw the total points exceed the 152.5 line, with the game finishing at 158 points.

After taking a 50-30 lead into halftime, Gonzaga continued their strong play in the second half, scoring 48 points while holding the Beavers to 30.

Bulldogs Offense Breakdown

Gonzaga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 98 points with a field goal percentage of 55% (33/60) and an effective field goal percentage of 63.3%. They were particularly strong from beyond the arc, hitting 52.9% of their threes (9/17), and they also excelled at the free-throw line, converting 85.2% of their attempts (23/27).

Khalif Battle led the way with 23 points, shooting 80% from the field and 75% from three-point range. Graham Ike added 22 points, hitting 10 of 12 shots, while Michael Ajayi contributed 15 points and 10 rebounds. The Bulldogs also dished out 19 assists and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds in the win.

Bulldogs Team Defense

Even with Gonzaga's defense allowing 60 points, they couldn't stop the Bulldogs from shooting 55% from the field, as they hit 33 of their 60 attempts. Gonzaga was effective inside the arc, making 24 of 43 two-point shots, also at a 55% rate.

From three-point range, Gonzaga connected on 9 of 17 attempts, shooting 52%. They also took advantage of their free-throw opportunities, going 23/27 for 85%. Gonzaga grabbed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.

Gaels Preview: Does Saint Mary's Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?

Saint Mary's Gaels Recent Game/Games

Saint Mary’s improved to 18-3 on the season with a 67-54 win over Santa Clara on Wednesday. The Gaels, who were -4.5 favorites, covered the spread on the road.

Leading 26-24 at halftime, Saint Mary’s scored 41 points in the 2nd half while holding Santa Clara to 30. The game’s total points of 121 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.

Gaels Offense Breakdown

Saint Mary's put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 40.3% from the field and 30.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.8%, with 17 offensive rebounds and 15 assists.

Carlos Stewart Jr. led the Gaels, hitting 6 of 8 threes and finishing with 24 points. Mitchell Saxen added 12 points, while Christoph Tilly contributed 11, despite shooting 36.4%.

Gaels Team Defense

Saint Mary's Gaels put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 54 points on 35% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective inside, limiting the opposition to 34% on two-point attempts (10/29).

From beyond the arc, the Gaels allowed 8 threes on 22 attempts, a 36% success rate. They sent their opponent to the line 11 times, where they hit 10 free throws (90%). Saint Mary's also gave up 8 offensive rebounds.

Bulldogs vs Gaels Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

Although Gonzaga has a straight up record of 6-4 in their last ten road games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 5-5. The team averaged 86 points per game in these games.
Across their last three home contests, Saint Mary's has been good against the spread posting a mark of 2-1. Their overall mark in these games was 3-0, while averaging 73 points per game.
In their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Bulldogs have a straight up record of 4-6 and an ATS mark of 4-6.
Through their last five games as the favorite, the Gaels have an ATS record of 4-1 and a straight up mark of 5-0.