South Dakota State vs. Denver: College Basketball Betting Preview, Tips And Picks – March 12, 2024

Written By PlayPicks Staff on March 12, 2024

The players to watch will include Touko Tainamo when the Denver Pioneers (17-16, 6-10 Summit League) play the South Dakota State Jackrabbits (21-12, 12-4 Summit League) at Denny Sanford Premier Center, tipping off at 9:30 PM ET on Tuesday. South Dakota State is a strong 9.5-point favorite against Denver when the Jackrabbits face off with the Pioneers on Tuesday. The over/under is 155 points for the matchup.

South Dakota State vs. Denver Betting Lines

South Dakota State vs Denver Betting Information
Favorite Spread Total
South Dakota State -9.5 155 points

Computer Picks

Spread Pick Denver (+9.5)
Total Pick Under (155)

Predictions are calculated by a data-driven algorithm (raw power score) that ranks head-to-head matchup results within a closed network of games. Prediction confidence is determined by the delta between each team’s raw power score. Ready to put your picks to the test for this matchup? Check out DraftKings Sportsbook and sign up using our link for the best first-time depositor bonus!

South Dakota State vs. Denver Stat Rankings

South Dakota State Avg. (Rank) Denver Avg. (Rank)
76.8 (88th) Points Scored 81.4 (25th)
70.9 (138th) Points Allowed 80.6 (353rd)
(1st) Rebounds (1st)
6.8 (332nd) Off. Rebounds 8.2 (246th)
8.3 (96th) 3pt Made 8.4 (85th)
12.3 (247th) Assists 12.5 (224th)
10.5 (103rd) Turnovers 9.6 (43rd)

South Dakota State vs. Denver Betting Trends

  • The Jackrabbits have covered the spread 16 times in 30 games.
  • South Dakota State has two wins ATS (2-4) as a 9.5-point favorite or greater this season.
  • Out of 30 Jackrabbits games so far this year, 15 have gone over the total.
  • South Dakota State’s games have finished with more than 155 points 11 times so far this season.
  • The over/under for this game is 155 points, 7.3 more than the average point total for Jackrabbits games this season.
  • Against the spread, Denver is 13-14-2 this season.
  • The Pioneers are unbeaten ATS (2-0) as a 9.5-point underdog or greater this year.
  • Out of 30 South Dakota State’s games so far this year, 15 have gone over the total.
  • There have been 20 Pioneers games this season with more than 155 points scored.
  • The average total points scored in Denver’s games this year (162.1) is 7.1 points higher than the total for this matchup.

Best Betting Site For South Dakota State vs. Denver

Not yet a DraftKings Sportsbook user? Sign up using our link and get a $50 bonus bet when you deposit, plus a deposit bonus!

South Dakota State Impact Players

  • William Kyle III averages a team-best 6.6 rebounds per game. In addition, he’s putting up 12.9 points and 1.6 assists, shooting 62.3% from the floor.
  • Charlie Easley averages 12.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game, shooting 46.9% from the floor and 38.9% from beyond the arc with 2.0 made 3-pointers per game.
  • Luke Appel puts up 11.7 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.5 assists per contest, shooting 52.3% from the floor.
  • Kalen Garry posts 7.4 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.0 assists per game. At the other end, he delivers 0.8 steals and 0.1 blocked shots.

Denver Impact Players

  • Tainamo is the Pioneers’ top rebounder (7.4 per game), and he contributes 15.1 points and 0.6 assists.
  • Jaxon Brenchley gives the Pioneers 10.9 points, 5.5 rebounds and 2.7 assists per contest. He also puts up 1.2 steals and 0.4 blocked shots.
  • Isaiah Carr is putting up 5.3 points, 4.4 rebounds and 0.2 assists per contest, making 57.9% of his shots from the field.
  • Pedro Lopez-Sanvicente is averaging 6.6 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.1 assists per contest, making 49.7% of his shots from the field.

Not all sportsbook offers available in all areas and are subject to change, check sportsbooks for details on available offers in your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please gamble responsibly. Call or chat with 1-800-GAMBLER if you or someone you know has a gambling problem.

PlayPicks Staff Avatar
Written by
PlayPicks Staff

PlayPicks staff has years of sports betting and DFS knowledge and we share all of that with you for free daily.

View all posts by PlayPicks Staff
Privacy Policy