Nov 17, 20232 min read

Saint Mary's vs. San Diego State Plug Prediction - College Basketball Picks 11/17/2023

- St. Mary's Gaels (2-1) vs San Diego State Aztecs (2-1)

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This game we have the Saint Mary's Gaels taking on the San Diego State Aztecs in a college basketball battle at the T-Mobil Arena! This should be a great game to watch and I have a good idea on what side we should be on tonight! Keep reading and I will meet you at the window!

This Saint Mary's squad is coming into this game holding a 2-1 record so far this season. The Gales actually look promising so far this year. The Gaels have been relatively consistent in their scoring, averaging 78.7 points per game, which shows us that their offensive had potential and could get better as the season goes on. However, their defense has shown some issues, but there still only allowing an average of 49 points per game, I do like this team and they could be really good, only thing I think they need to do is start tightening up their backcourt, but I'm no basketball coach!

The San Diego State Aztecs, also come into this game holding a 2-1 record so far this season. The Aztecs have been looking good with their offense, averaging over 78 points per game, and really has been a big reason why their winning games. However, their defense has not been so good, their allowing 69 points per game. That might not sound like a lot but the teams they have faced makes the difference for me. I think their defense needs some improvement if they want to stay in the win collum this season.

💎 SAINT MARYS +2.5 -150 ( 1u ) (ALT)

I know that this game will come down to the wire and most likely free throws, so I think we have to take The Gales here. There has been a line flip in this game since the lines dropped. Saint Mary was a +1.5 point underdog but now are the favorite by -1.5 points. I want the team in this game who has the better free-throw shooting at ( 69.7%.) and The Gaels also have a more balanced offense I think and they have Aidan Mahaney leading the way! This will be a sweat most likely, but I do like Saint Mary's to find a way to win this game tonight!! Good luck if you tail and thank you for reading!