In this article, we will formulate a BYU vs Fresno State prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, December 11th at the Marriott Center in Provo, Utah. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
BYU Cougars Betting Preview
The BYU Cougars are 6-2 this year after they lost to Providence by a score of 83-64 in their last game. BYU trailed 46-34 at halftime and only managed 30 points in the second half in the loss. The Cougars shot 33.3% from the field, 28% on three-pointers, and 64.7% on free throws in the game. Dawson Baker led BYU with 16 points and four rebounds in the loss.
Prior to that game, the Cougars defeated NC State by a score of 72-61 but did lose to Ole Miss before that. BYU has scored 84.5 points per game and they have allowed 67.4 points per game, while also averaging 42.4 rebounds and 18.0 assists per game this season. Egor Demin is averaging 13.3 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game, while BYU is shooting 46.8% from the field, 66.7% on free throws, and 34.7% on three-pointers this year.
Fresno State Bulldogs Betting Preview
The Fresno State Bulldogs are 3-6 this season after they lost to Santa Clara by a score of 81-66 in their last game. Fresno State trailed 36-25 at halftime but did score 41 points in the second half in the loss. The Bulldogs shot 39% from the field, 40% on three-pointers, and 66.7% on free throws in the game. Zaon Collins led Fresno State with 17 points and six assists in the game.
Prior to that loss, the Bulldogs lost three games in a row against San Diego State, Cal Baptist, and Washington State. Fresno State has scored 72.7 points per game and they have allowed 78.8 points per game, while also averaging 39 rebounds and 9.7 assists per game this season. Zaon Collins is averaging 14.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game, while Fresno State is shooting 39% from the field, 67.3% on free throws, and 26% on three-pointers this year.
Why BYU will beat Fresno State
- BYU has won each of its last 17 games against non-conference opponents at Marriott Center.
- Fresno State has lost each of its last seven games when playing with a rest disadvantage.
- BYU has won the first half in each of its last 18 games against non-conference opponents at Marriott Center.
BYU vs Fresno State Prediction
BYU comes into this game after losing two of their last three games, but both losses came against Providence and Ole Miss. The Cougars are scoring over 84 points per game and they have beaten up on some of the lesser teams they have faced. Fresno State is on a four-game losing streak and they have allowed 81+ points in all four games. BYU should have a huge day on offense in this game and I expect them to score 90+ points. Take the Cougars at home.