- Gonzaga meets San Francisco in Saturday College Basketball action
- Gonzaga are 6-14 ATS in their last 20 games
- Find all the Gonzaga vs San Francisco odds and our prediction, below
Saturday night college basketball promises to entertain fans and late night bettors across the globe as the Gonzaga Bulldogs travel to take on the San Francisco Dons.
Mark Few’s squad have won six of their past seven games, but covered the spread in just three of those contests. While the Dons are 6-1 ATS in their last seven games.
Tune in to ESPN+ on Saturday, March 1st to catch all the action. Until then, check out our Gonzaga vs San Francisco prediction and all the odds.
Gonzaga vs San Francisco Prediction
Ultimately, San Francisco has yet to lose on its home floor this season. The Dons defeated first place Saint Mary’s as five-point home dogs earlier this season, and are a great bet to cover against a slightly overrated Gonzaga squad.
Gonzaga vs San Francisco Pick: San Francisco +9.5 (-112)
Gonzaga Betting News & Notes
Gonzaga’s glittering offense will be on full display on San Francisco. Clearly, Gonzaga are 17th in the latest March Madness championship odds at +6000 for a reason. The Bulldogs lead the nation in assists per game, and assist to turnover ratio, while averaging a momentous 87.4 points per game. Additionally, behind the scoring prowess of seniors Graham Ike, Khalif Battle and Nolan Hickman, Gonzaga boasts a 56.1 effective field-goal percentage, good for 18th in the nation. Plus, all five starters score in double-figures. On top of all that, Few’s team uses its size and depth to crash the offensive glass, posting a 33.4% offensive rebounding percentage.
Aurora, Ontario native Ryan Nembhard, the younger brother of Pacers’ stalwart Andrew Nembhard plays the role of chief creator, with 9.8 assists per game. Keep an eye on Nembhard on Saturday night after he destroyed the Dons with 18 points, 13 assists while shooting 50% from three earlier this season. Similarly, the 6’9 Ike has been a phenomenal road performer this season, posting 17.7 points and 6.7 rebounds while shooting nearly 65% from the floor.
San Francisco Betting News & Notes
On the other side of the court, San Francisco is a formidable opponent. The Dons average nearly 76 points per game, with an average scoring margin of +8.1 that ranks 43rd in the country. However, Chris Gerlufsen’s team has staked their reputation on the defensive end of the floor. San Francisco sit 2nd in opponent three-point percentage (27.4), while allowing just five three-pointers per game. The Dons defense is a disruptive unit, pressuring ball-carriers into mistakes and allowing just 11 opponent assists per night.
Loaded with size and three-level scoring, the Dons aren’t afraid of anyone. Leading scorer Malik Thomas has the shooting ability to keep San Francisco in every game. The senior from Fontana, California averages 19.3 points per game, and shoots 40% from the three-point line. Thomas put up 25 points against Gonzaga in their first meeting, and he’ll do everything possible to keep his team in the game on Saturday night. Beside him, senior guard Marcus Williams also has the ability to shoot his team back into the game quickly. Williams is scoring 14.7 points a night on his own, while knocking down threes at a 40% clip. Look for the Dons dominate duo to get their teammates involved early, before taking over in the second half.
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Gonzaga vs San Francisco Odds
Gonzaga are 8.5-point favorites in the latest college basketball odds, while San Francisco an intriguing +285 moneyline underdog. The Dons covered the spread as 15.5-point away underdogs in these teams prior meeting this season, falling by a score of 88-77.
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Saturday night college basketball will feature a highly anticipated matchup between the Gonzaga Bulldogs and the San Francisco Dons. Both teams are coming off impressive wins and will be looking to continue their success in this West Coast Conference showdown.
Gonzaga, currently ranked as the number one team in the nation, has been dominant all season with a 17-0 record. Led by star player Drew Timme, who is averaging 19.2 points and 7.2 rebounds per game, the Bulldogs have shown they are a force to be reckoned with. Their high-powered offense, which averages 92.7 points per game, will be a tough challenge for San Francisco’s defense.
On the other hand, the San Francisco Dons have had a solid season so far with a 11-7 record. They are led by guard Jamaree Bouyea, who is averaging 17.1 points and 3.9 assists per game. The Dons have shown they can compete with top teams, as evidenced by their recent win over BYU. They will need to bring their A-game against Gonzaga in order to pull off the upset.
In terms of odds, Gonzaga is heavily favored to win this matchup. According to sportsbooks, the Bulldogs are listed as 15-point favorites. The over/under for total points scored in the game is set at 160.5.
Overall, this game is shaping up to be an exciting one with two talented teams going head-to-head. While Gonzaga is the clear favorite, San Francisco has the potential to make it a competitive contest. Fans can expect a fast-paced and high-scoring game between these two teams on Saturday night.