Utah Utes vs. Saint Mary’s Gaels 11/27/23 NCAAB Forecast, Predictions and Tips

Utah Utes vs. Saint Mary’s Gaels 11/27/23 – As the NCAAB season intensifies, Utah Utes and Saint Mary’s Gaels prepare to meet in an exciting matchup. Both teams currently boasting 3-3 records are eager to build momentum ahead of future matchups; top online sportsbooks anticipate this matchup to be an exciting contest.

Team	SP/RL	TOTAL	ML
Utes	+3 -110	o133.5 -110	+180
Gaels	-3 -110	u133.5 -110	-185

Runnin’ Utes and Gaels battle it out Monday night in Moraga on @ESPNU‼️ pic.twitter.com/0SxbrKqVAx

— Utah Basketball (@UtahMBB) November 27, 2023

Branden Carlson (Center) vs. Aidan Mahaney (Guard)

Branden Carlson of the Utah Utes has been an exceptional center this season. Averaging 27 minutes a game over 5 games and scoring 19.4 points with an incredible 6.2 rebound average over his 46% field goal and 37.5% 3-point shooting performances; his relatively lower assist and steal stats of 1.6 and 0.6 suggest that his primary focus lies with scoring and rebounding rather than assists and steals.

Aidan Mahaney of Saint Mary’s Gaels brings a distinctive style of play. Over six games he averaged 13.8 points, 3 assists and 1.5 rebounds per game – indicative of his role as playmaker. While his 38.7% field goal and 38.1% 3-point shooting are both strong figures, his 50% free throw percentage could pose some issues.

Carlson and Mahaney face-off as two classic scoring centers who utilize different strategies: Carlson relies on his size and scoring ability in the paint while Mahaney relies on agility and playmaking skills – their contrasting styles will determine how their game unfolds.

Utah’s Powerhouse Performance

Utah Utes’ offense can be measured in their average of 62.9 points per game and their field goal success rate of 43.3% with 23.2 field goals made per game on average. Furthermore, their rebounding was outstanding: an average 32.8 rebound per game showing their strong presence under the basket; yet their free-throw shooting success rate (61.9%) could pose potential weaknesses especially during close game situations.

Gaels’ Strategic Edge

Saint Mary’s Gaels display a strategic advantage in scoring, averaging 68.7 points per game on average and their 42.7% field goal percentage closely matching Utah’s proves their efficiency when it comes to scoring. Their free-throw shooting success rate of 70.8% could prove vital in tight games where every point counts; at home they boast an impressive 12-1 record that highlights their ability to maximize home court advantage; their 39.2 rebound average per game shows their commitment to defense that balances out their offensive strategies perfectly.

NBA Betting Odds: Saint Mary’s Gaels -164, Over/Under: 134.5

The current odds favor the Saint Mary’s Gaels, with a moneyline of -164, indicating bookmakers see them as the slight favorites. The over/under set at 134.5 points suggests a moderately high-scoring game.

Trends

Utah Utes Betting Trends

Utah are 4-10-1 ATS in their last 15 games.
Utes are 3-8 SU in their last 11 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Utah’s last 7 games on the road.
Utah are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games against an opponent in the West Coast conference.
Utah are 14-5 SU in their last 19 games played in November.
Utes are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games played on a Monday.

Saint Mary’s Gaels Betting Trends

Saint Mary’s-California are 2-4 ATS in their last 6 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Saint Mary’s-California’s last 8 games.
Saint Mary’s-California are 13-7 SU in their last 20 games.
Saint Mary’s-California are 12-1 SU in their last 13 games at home.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Saint Mary’s-California’s last 6 games against an opponent in the Pac-12 conference.
Saint Mary’s-California are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games played in November.