Montana State will meet San Jose in February. Boise State Basketball team remains strong to date in the Mountain West Conference. Bronco`s baseball league secured a three-game fabulous winning streak ahead of the fierce competition on February 7, 2025, at ExtraMile Arena.
This game carries a lot of importance for both teams in the Mountain West standings. Considering the dominance Boise State Basketball has exhibited via their impressive win against UNLV, the home court location will be very crucial. Let’s check out what the betting odds and predictions tell us about this thrilling contest.
Boise State vs. San Jose State: Game Details & Betting Lines
- Date: Friday, February 7, 2025
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Location: ExtraMile Arena, Boise, ID
- TV/Streaming: FuboTV (Try for free)
Latest Betting Odds (via SportsLine)
- Point Spread: Boise State -14.5
- Over/Under: 141 points
- Money Line: Boise State -1408 | San Jose State +812
While Boise State Basketball holds an extremely positive position, warning signs remain: The question is, can the Broncos cover the spread or is there a chance for San Jose State to score an upset? Let us evaluate the positives and negatives of both teams.
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Why Boise State Can Cover the Spread
Boise State certainly has one of the strongest home records of all teams, which includes the forty-game unbeaten streak against the Spartans at the Extra Mile Arena. Not so surprising, the Broncos have been winning games, but also covering spreads, going 6-2 ATS in the last eight games of the season.
Key Players for Boise State
Tyson Degenhart (Senior Forward)
- 17.7 PPG | 6.0 RPG | 2.0 APG
- Performs against some of the most talented players and scored 26 points in the last game against San Jose State.
- This season there has only been one game he did not manage to score in double figures.
Degenhart has been the heart and soul of his team, scoring op high range digits and offering Boise State two-way play.
Andrew Meadow (Sophomore Guard)
- 12.1 PPG | 4.5 RPG
- Provides dependable bonus scoring
- Good outside shooter
Javan Buchanan (Junior Forward)
- 11.0 PPG | 5.2 RPG
- Scored 13 points with 8 rebounds as a reserve against UNLV
- Provides the front court with energy and size
Recent Form & Home Dominance
- Forthcoming from a 71-62 victory at UNLV, achieved with a three-point margin cover.
- The Broncos are currently 8-4 within the Mountain West Conference and are just one game behind third place.
- Have a strong cover record and made six out of their last eight games.
With the depth and experience Boise State has, they will likely be able to cover the -14.5 spread due to their home advantage.
Why San Jose State Can Cover the Spread
San Jose State is one of the best teams this season covering the spread in the country. Since November, the Spartans have been an incredible 17-1-1 in their last 19 games.
Key Players for San Jose State
Josh Uduje (Senior Guard)
- 16.8 PPG | 4.5 RPG
- Scored 30 points, helping his team edge out Fresno State in a double overtime game
- A great scorer and playmaker, Uduje can singlehandedly change the game’s momentum.
Latrell Davis (Sophomore Guard)
- 15.2 PPG | 3.8 AAPG
- Another 30-point achievement in the game against the Fresno State.
- A player with the X-factor
Will McClendon (Junior Guard)
- 12.2 PPG | 5.1 RPGR
- Consistent double-digit scorer.
Trends and Momentum
- Won five of their last seven games
- San Jose scored against Boise in 5 of the last meetings and won the games. They are rising while Boise is falling and that fact cannot be ignored.
- Have performed well away from home, including a thrilling double overtime victory at Fresno State.
While they are still the underdog against Boise, knowing the history of San Jose keeping the game close, the +14.5 spread is something to consider.
Head-to-Head Matchup & Recent History
- Boise State defeated San Jose State 73-71 on December 28, 2024. This was the first game these two played this season.
- Following the lunch, the Broncos were able to eliminate another 20 opponents. In total, the Spartans were 19-1.
- In San Jose, the games have been much closer with the Spartans covering the spread in 5 of the last 7 meetings.
Knowing how Boise has had to fight to get anything against San Jose makes me think that they too can outplay expectations like they did in the Mountain West Conference tournament finals.
Prediction: Who Wins Boise State vs. San Jose State?
After running 10,000 simulations of how this matchup could go, SportsLine’s prediction model has weighed in on how things could unfold.
- Projected Winner: Boise State
- Projected Score: Boise State 78, San Jose State 66
- Best Bet: 141 points.
Best Betting Picks
- Boise State Money Line (-1408)– Safe option, but poor return on investment.
- San Jose State +14.5– Good against the spread record, and likely to do better than anticipated.
- Over 141 Points– Both teams are good at putting up numbers.
While the overall consensus is that Boise State will win, this line means that it makes sense to bet on San Jose State to keep it competitive.
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Final Thoughts
As we stated earlier, Boise State Basketball has the needed talent, depth, and home-court credentials to get another win against San Jose State. The double-digit spreads do paint an unclear picture for risk-takers placing bets, especially considering The Spartans are coming off some good ATS games.
- If you follow both teams closely and want a safer option, go with Boise State to win.
- If you think San Jose State will outperform expectations, go with San Jose State +14.5.
- If your mathematical side tells you that over 141 is a better option, go with it.
San Jose State will look to pull off a big surprise against the Broncos when the two teams clash at ExtraMile Arena on Friday night. Boise State fans will be praying that their team can extend their impressive champion form on home turf.
