The Jackson State Tigers and Gonzaga Bulldogs face off on Wednesday in a college basketball showdown at McCarthey Athletic Center. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Jackson State vs Gonzaga prediction.

Can Jackson State Pull the Big Upset?

Jackson State hasn’t had the best season, but a win here would sure be impressive. In the last game against North Carolina A&T, Jackson State scored 68 points and that was enough for the eight point victory. Jordan O’Neal had a strong game putting up 24 points, seven rebounds, and two assists. Jackson State is averaging 68.6 points while their defense is giving up 79.5 points per game. At times the defense has been a major issue and the defense can’t be a problem here. Kev Evans Jr has been the top player averaging 17.6 points while shooting 43.2 percent from the field. 

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Gonzaga Has Been Disappointing 

Gonaga sits with an 8-3 record overall but they have lost some early games that would have really helped their resume come March. In the last game against UConn, Gonzaga scored only 63 points and they ended up losing by 13 points. Gonzaga on the season is averaging 82.9 points while their defense is giving up 66.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 42nd in the league but in this game the defense is going to need to step up in a big way. Anton Watson on the season is averaging 14.5 points while shooting 55.7 percent from the field and 40 percent from behind the three point line. 

Jackson State vs Gonzaga Betting Prediction

Gonzaga hasn’t had the best season, but they are the much better team in this game. Gonzaga on the season is averaging 82.9 points and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. Jackson State’s defense is giving up 79.5 points per game and they are going to really struggle to get going here. Jackson State isn’t going to be keeping up, and this is going to be a blowout victory. Back Gonzaga against the spread.