In this article we will formulate a South Dakota State vs Wyoming prediction for this College Basketball game on Monday, December 15th at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
South Dakota State Jackrabbits Betting Preview
The South Dakota State Jackrabbits are 7-5 this season after they defeated a non-D1 team by a score of 94-62 in their last game. South Dakota State led 42-30 at halftime and added 52 points in the second half for the easy win. The Jackrabbits shot 56% from the field, 41% on three pointers, and 52% on free throws in the game. Kalen Garry led South Dakota State with 20 points and five rebounds, while Joe Sayler added 16 points and seven assists in the win.
Prior to that game, South Dakota State defeated Ball State by a score of 68-64, but lost to Idaho by a score of 84-81 before that. The Jackrabbits have scored 74.3 points per game with 39.3 rebounds and 14.5 assists per game, while they have allowed 65.9 points against per game this season. Jaden Jackson is averaging 11.9 points and 4.4 rebounds per game, while Joe Sayler is averaging 11.8 points and 2.6 assists per game for the Jackrabbits. South Dakota State is shooting 45.7% from the field, 69.3% on free throws, and 32.9% on three pointers this season.
Wyoming Cowboys Betting Preview
The Wyoming Cowboys are 8-2 this year after they defeated South Dakota by a score of 106-79 in their last game. Wyoming led 48-32 at halftime and added 58 points in the second half in the win. The Cowboys shot 63% from the field, 47% on three pointers, and 81% on free throws in the game. Nasir Meyer led Wyoming with 26 points and seven rebounds, while Damarion Dennis added 21 points and two assists in the win.
Prior to that game, Wyoming defeated Dartmouth by a score of 93-80, but lost to Texas Tech by a score of 76-72 before that. The Cowboys have scored 88.0 points per game with 41.0 rebounds and 16.6 assists per game, while they have allowed 71.7 points against per game this season. Leland Walker is averaging 14.1 points and 4.0 assists per game, while Nasir Meyer is averaging 12.3 points and 4.6 rebounds per game for the Cowboys. Wyoming is shooting 49.2% from the field, 68.1% on free throws, and 36.1% on three pointers this year.
Why the South Dakota State Jackrabbits will win
- Wyoming has lost eight of its last nine night games played at neutral venues.
- South Dakota State has won each of its last five games at Sanford Pentagon.
- Wyoming has lost the first half in each of its last nine night games played at neutral venues.
Why the Wyoming Cowboys will win
- Wyoming has won eight of its last nine games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- South Dakota State has lost five of its last six night games played at neutral venues.
- Wyoming has won the first half in five of its last six night games.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Wyoming’s last 10 night games at a neutral venue have produced a total of 146 or fewer points.
- Eleven of South Dakota State’s last 12 night games at a neutral venue have produced a total of 148 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- South Dakota State ranks 27th among Division 1 teams for opponent field goals made per game this season (22.4).
- South Dakota State ranks 35th among Division 1 teams for opponent points per game this season (65.9).
- Wyoming ranks 2nd among Division 1 teams for opponent assists per game this season (8.2).
- Wyoming ranks 3rd among Division 1 teams for opponent assist to turnover ratio this season (0.59).
South Dakota State vs Wyoming Prediction
Wyoming comes into this matchup after winning four of their last five games and they only have two losses on the season. The Cowboys are shooting 49% from the field and they have scored at least 93 points in three of their last four. South Dakota State has won three of their last four games, but they are shooting just 46% from the field. The Jackrabbits have allowed 64 points or fewer in four of their last five and their defense has led them to start the season. This should be a solid matchup, but Wyoming’s offense should be too much here. Take the Cowboys to cover.