- Coming off a 38-point rout of Baylor, Gonzaga is a massive favorite against ASU on Sunday afternoon
- The Sun Devils are 2-0 with victories over Idaho State and Santa Clara
- Below, see the Arizona State vs Gonzaga odds and predictions for Nov. 10
Another year another Mark Few team that looks like a national-championship contender. Stacked with veterans and talented transfers, the Gonzaga Bulldogs (1-0, 1-0 home, 1-0 ATS) will host the Arizona State Sun Devils (2-0, 0-0 away, 1-1 ATS) at 2:00 pm PT/5:00 pm ET at McCarthey Athletic Center in Spokane. ESPN will have the broadcast.
Arizona State vs Gonzaga Odds
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State Sun Devils | +22.5 (-105) | +1800 | Over 157.5 (-105) |
| Gonzaga Bulldogs | -22.5 (-115) | -6000 | Under 157.5 (-115) |
Coming off a 101-63 laugher against then-#8 Baylor, the Bulldogs are massive 22.5-point favorites against ASU. The Sun Devils are +1800 underdogs to pull off an upset at the Kennel while the game total is sitting at 157.5 with the under slightly favored at -115.
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Gonzaga’s Depth Will Be a Problem … for Opponents
Returning six of their top-seven scorers from last season (81.4% of total minutes from 2023-24), when they went 27-8 and reached another Sweet 16 – their record-tying ninth in a row – Gonzaga went ahead and added the likes of Arkansas’ Khalif Battle (14.8 PPG, 3.3 RPG last season) and Pepperdine’s Michael Ajayi (17.2 PPG, 9.9 RPG) in the transfer portal, giving Mark Few an absolute embarrassment of riches.
Gonzaga’s insane depth was on full display in their season-opening rout of the Bears. Five players finished in double-figures, led by Nolan Hickman with 17, while seven scored at least nine points. Five different Bulldogs hit at least one triple while the team shot 41.9% from beyond the arc.
In a rarity in the Scott Drew era, the Bears were out-rebounded on the offensive glass by the Zags (16-14). That was one of the Achilles’ heels for Gonzaga last year, finishing just 114th in the nation at preventing offensive rebounds.
Gonzaga already moved from ninth to third in the KenPom ratings after one game, now trailing just Auburn and Houston, and not by much.
Arizona State Offense Highly Suspect
The Sun Devils are 2-0 but there are massive question marks surrounding the ASU offense, in particular. After finishing just 14-18 overall last year with the 218th-ranked offense in terms of efficiency, Arizona State only returns five players from their 2023-24 roster, and only one of their top-five scorers, guard Adam Miller (12.0 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 1.6 APG).
Now in his tenth season with the Sun Devils, head coach Bobby Hurley added seven transfers, but not a single one was deemed a top-100 player in the transfer portal by ESPN.
The early returns were not promising. ASU managed just 55 points in a season-opening win over Idaho State (55-48) as 18-point home favorites. The teams showed more chemistry last time out, earning an 81-74 win over Santa Clara as 5.5-point neutral-court underdogs.
Milwaukee transfer BJ Freeman leads the team in scoring so far, averaging 14.5 PPG while freshman Joson Sanon – the #23 recruit in the nation this year – is second at 12.0 PPG.
Hurley will be hoping for more offensive production from freshman center Jayden Quaintance (the #17 recruit), who’s put up just 3.5 PPG on 22.2% shooting in 25.5 MPG through his first two games.
Arizona State vs Gonzaga Prediction
The Sun Devils are going to be a better team than last year. Their offense took big steps forward last time out against a pretty-darn-good Santa Clara team.
ASU plays at a middling pace (159th out of 364 DI teams) and bettors can expect Gonzaga to dictate the tempo on their home court.
The Zags flew over the total against Baylor (164 points against a total of 157.5) and I expect today’s game against the Sun Devils to do the same. I’m not prepared to lay 22.5 points with the Zags, though I do expect an easy Gonzaga victory. The over is going to be my only play on this matchup.
ASU vs GONZ pick: over 157.5 (-105)
The highly anticipated matchup between Arizona State and Gonzaga on November 10th has basketball fans buzzing with excitement. Both teams are coming off strong seasons and are looking to make a statement early in the new season.
When it comes to betting odds for this game, Gonzaga is currently favored to win. The Bulldogs are ranked as one of the top teams in the country and have a talented roster led by standout players like Drew Timme and Andrew Nembhard. On the other hand, Arizona State is a solid team with a lot of potential, but they will have their work cut out for them against the powerhouse that is Gonzaga.
In terms of predictions for the game, it’s likely to be a close and competitive matchup. Arizona State has the ability to keep up with Gonzaga and could potentially pull off an upset if they play to their full potential. However, Gonzaga’s experience and talent give them the edge in this game.
Key factors to watch for in this game include the battle in the paint between Timme and Arizona State’s big men, as well as the guard play on both sides. Turnovers and free throw shooting could also play a crucial role in determining the outcome of the game.
Overall, this game is shaping up to be a must-watch for college basketball fans. Whether you’re rooting for Arizona State or Gonzaga, it’s sure to be an exciting and competitive matchup that could go down to the wire. As always, remember to gamble responsibly and enjoy the game!
