Utah State (23-4) vs San Diego State (18-6)
February 22, 2025 at 08:00 PM EST
The Line: Betting Odds: Utah State -5.5 — Over/Under: 143.5
In this article, we will formulate a San Diego State vs Utah State prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, February 22nd at the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum in Logan, Utah. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
San Diego State Aztecs Betting Preview
The San Diego State Aztecs are 18-6 (11-4) this year after they defeated Fresno State by a score of 83-60 in their last game. San Diego State led 43-23 at halftime and added 40 points in the second half in the win. The Aztecs shot 54% from the field, 30.8% on three-pointers, and 87.5% on free throws in the game. Nick Boyd led San Diego State with 19 points and seven assists, while Wayne McKinney III added 15 points and two rebounds in the game.
Prior to that victory, the Aztecs defeated Boise State by a score of 64-47 and San Jose State by a score of 69-66. San Diego State has won seven of their last eight games and they are currently tied for third in the Mountain West standings with an 11-4 record. San Diego State has scored 71.3 points per game and they have allowed 62.5 points per game, while also averaging 36.8 rebounds and 12.8 assists per game this season. Miles Byrd is averaging 12.9 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game, while Nick Boyd is averaging 12.8 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game this year. San Diego State is shooting 44.1% from the field, 68.4% on free throws, and 33.3% on three-pointers this season.
Utah State Aggies Betting Preview
The Utah State Aggies are 23-4 (13-3) this season after they defeated San Jose State by a score of 105-57 in their last game. Utah State led 47-24 at halftime and added 58 points in the second half in the blowout win. The Aggies shot 57.6% from the field, 52% on three-pointers, and 76.2% on free throws in the game. Ian Martinez led Utah State with 22 points and three rebounds, while Mason Falslev added 13 points and eight assists in the game.
Prior to that win, the Aggies defeated New Mexico by a score of 82-79 but did beat Colorado State by a score of 93-85 before that. Utah State has won four of their last five games and they are currently second in the Mountain West standings with a 13-3 record. Utah State has scored 82.6 points per game and they have allowed 69.4 points per game, while also averaging 35 rebounds and 18.6 assists per game this season. Ian Martinez is averaging 17.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game, while Mason Falslev is averaging 15.2 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game this year. Utah State is shooting 50% from the field, 69.4% on free throws, and 36.8% on three-pointers this season.
Why Utah State will beat San Diego State
- Utah State has won 11 of its last 12 games against the Mountain West Conference at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum.
- San Diego State has lost four of its last five games at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- San Diego State has lost the first half in three of its last four night games at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Why San Diego State will beat Utah State
- San Diego State has won 12 of its last 13 night games.
- Utah State has lost three of its last four night games following a home win.
San Diego State vs Utah State Prediction
Utah State comes into this matchup as one of the best teams in the Mountain West and they will be at home for this game. The Aggies are shooting 50% from the field this year and they have scored at least 89 points in three of their last four. San Diego State has won three games in a row, but they are shooting just 44.1% from the field this season. Utah State won a very close game by a score of 67-66 in their first meeting, but I think we are going to see more points here. The Aggies are locked in right now on the offensive end of the court, but they haven’t played the best defense. Take the over here.