Loyola Marymount Lions vs Gonzaga Bulldogs 1/19/2023 Picks Predictions Previews
The Loyola Marymount Lions will go against the #6 Gonzaga Bulldogs in NCAAB action in McCarthey Athletic Center, Washington, on Thursday, January 19, 2023, at 9:00 PM ET.
The Loyola Marymount Lions (13-7; 11-7-1 ATS; 3-3 conf.) defeated San Diego at home this previous Saturday to end their two-game losing streak.
Following losses of 76-62 on the road against Saint Mary’s and 72-70 at home to San Francisco, the Lions put on a potent offensive display against the Toreros.
They had a field goal percentage of 55.2% (14 of 25 from beyond the arc) and a free throw percentage of 90.9% (20 of 22) while dishing out 15 assists.
In terms of adjusted offensive efficiency, Loyola Marymount is ranked 91st in the nation (107.8 points per 100 possessions) and 115th in terms of adjusted defensive efficiency (101.2).
The Lions average 9.4 triples per game, which ranks 24th in the country, on a 35.8 percent clip (97th), while they surrender 6.1 threes per game, which ranks 54th on a 30.3 percent clip (52nd). Both the KenPom standings and the NCAA NET rankings have them at No. 99.
- The total went OVER in 4 of Loyola Marymount’s last 6 matches.
- Loyola Marymount is 11-5 SU in their last 16 matches.
- The Lions are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games with Gonzaga.
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Loyola Marymount Lions vs Gonzaga Bulldogs Predictions 1/19/2023
After their 115-75 demolition of the Portland Pilots on Saturday, the Gonzaga Bulldogs (16-3; 6-12 ATS; 5-0 conf.) are on an 11-game winning run.
The Zags successfully covered a 19-point spread to snap a three-game losing streak against the spread. Just four turnovers were made by Gonzaga, and they made 56.3% of their field goals (17-for-38 from deep).
The most recent AP Top 25 Poll has Gonzaga at No. 6 and No. 10 in the NCAA NET Rankings.
The Zags are ranked ninth by KenPom after averaging 119.0 points per 100 possessions, which is fourth in the nation while giving up 97.8 points in return (69th).
The Bulldogs shot 58.2% of their two-point attempts and 38.4% of their three-point attempts (25th). Their defense ranks 61st in game steals per game and 204th in 3-point percentage (33.6%). (8.0).
- The Gonzaga Bulldogs are 4-10 ATS in their last 14 matches.
- The Bulldogs are 10-0 SU in their previous 10 meetings.
- Gonzaga is 20-0 SU in their last 20 matches at home.
Loyola Marymount Lions vs 6 Gonzaga Bulldogs. The NCAAB pick for this game is the Loyola Marymount Lions. Undoubtedly, Gonzaga is a far superior squad to Loyola Marymount.
Although the Bulldogs will win, covering a 15-point spread could be difficult. The Lions play solid defense and have excellent offensive execution.
Bet on the Lions to stay in the game because they are also ranked 47th in the country for defensive rebound percentage (75.2%).
Gonzaga’s defense was not very strong thus far, and it might find it difficult to stop the Lions from making 3-pointers.
The Lions lost 25 straight games to the Zags, but they went 5-2 ATS in their previous seven meetings with Gonzaga.
The Bulldogs have just a 4-10 overall record and a 3-4 record against the spread in their previous seven matches as double-digit favorites. The Loyola Marymount Lions will win to a predicted score of 88-70.
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Loyola Marymount Lions vs Gonzaga Bulldogs 1/19/2023 Picks Predictions Previews
NCAAB Starting Time: 9:00 PM (EDT)
Location: McCarthey Athletic Center, Washington
Date: Thursday, January 19, 2023
TV: WCC Network
NCAAB Odds: Loyola Marymount Lions +16
NCAAB Totals: 157