UAB Blazers vs. San Diego State Aztecs 3/22/24 – As the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament heats up, a compelling matchup is set to unfold between the UAB Blazers (23-11) and the San Diego State Aztecs (24-10) on Friday. This game is a crucial part of the exhilarating journey known as March Madness, where every play and every game could tilt the scales of fate. This showdown promises to be a highlight of March Madness daily betting predictions, with both teams looking to advance further into the tournament.
UAB Blazers vs. San Diego State Aztecs 3/22/24
| When: | Friday, March 22, 2024 at 1:45 PM ET |
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| Where: | Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena |
| TV: | TNT |
| Stream: | SofaScore |
Eric Gaines in three AAC Tournament games:
15.0 ppg
4.7 rpg
7.0 apg
4.0 spg
1.7 bpg#WinAsOne | @EricDaGoat pic.twitter.com/tpaHKPnTWU— UAB Men's Basketball (@UAB_MBB) March 18, 2024
Yaxel Lendeborg (Forward) vs. Jaedon LeDee (Forward)
Yaxel Lendeborg averaged 13.9 points and 10.7 rebounds in the 34 games where he participated, an excellent performance. His effectiveness from both the field (51.8%) and the free throw line (79.7%) embodies his all-round nature and assurance required as a forward. Nevertheless, if she can fix her 33% shooting from beyond the arc, she will certainly improve in perimeter shooting. The defensive prowess of William with an average of 2.1 blocks per game is vital against the formidable San Diego State offense.
Jaedon LeDee of the San Diego State Aztecs is not far off either.He has recorded 21.1 points with an even more impressive 55.7% field goal shooting throughout the season. From taking aim at the 3-point line with an astounding 41% shot rate, he makes the Aztecs’ offense ever more lethal. As well as his offensive abilities, LeDee’s 2.3 turnovers a match shows a flaw the Blazer can take advantage of.
These forwards, with their conflicting playing styles and individual strengths, will for sure transform the game into some kind of a competition. Lendeborg’s defensive assets will be put to the test when faced by LeDee’s attack arsenal. The fight under the basket and the way they can spread the floor will determine their teams outcome to a large. extent.
Blazing Through the Competition: UAB’s Season in Review
UAB Blazers have had a good season, demonstrating their capability to score effectively as well as control on the boards. Leading the way with 77.8 points per game, and shooting 45.1% collectively as a team from the field, their offense is an attack that spreads evenly across the court. There is a gap in the statistics of the 32.6% of their shooting from the 3-point line. However, their real strength is their rebounding, which is 38.1 rebounds per game, emphasizing the fact that they are dominant in the paint.
Aztecs’ Defensive Prowess and Offensive Efficiency
San Diego State Aztecs’ season shows a team that embraces efficiency in scoring. They have been averaging 74.6 points per game on 44% shooting, and their offense, with not as much tooth as that of the UAB, is not to be underestimated. The team’s 31.3% 3-point shooting accuracy allows them to draw even with UAB, both squads averaging 38.1 rebounds per game. We will rely on our defense, which has 7.3 steals and 4 blocks per game, for the purposes of disrupting UAB’s scoring.
NCAAB Betting Odds: San Diego State Aztecs -275, Over/Under: 139
The betting odds suggest the Aztecs as the favorites, with a -275 moneyline and a 7.5 point spread. The total points line is set at 139, indicating expectations of a competitive and relatively high-scoring affair.
Trends
UAB Blazers Betting Trends
UAB are 4-1 in their last 5 games.
Blazers are 4-1 in their last 5 games against the spread
UAB are 8-5 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of UAB’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 10 of UAB’ 19 last games at home
San Diego State Aztecs Betting Trends
San Diego State are 2-3 in their last 5 games.
Aztecs are 1-4 in their last 5 games against the spread
San Diego State are 5-11 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of San Diego State’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 8 of San Diego State’ 16 last games at home
UAB Blazers vs. San Diego State Aztecs Betting Picks
Based on trends and statistics, this match seems to be a tightly contested game which certainly may have few surprises for the fans. While Aztec are crowd’s favorite, the Blazers’ form and their underdog status make them bet worthy with 7.5-point spread against the Aztec.
Bettors looking to bet on the game with top-tier betting sites will probably bet on UAB to cover the spread, looking at UAB’s form with the spread in recent games and SDSU’s current struggles against the spread. The final points line is more of a risk but the under might be the preferred bet option for those who expect the game to be tighter and more focused on the defensive play.
Score Prediction: San Diego State 72, UAB 68
