Pepperdine Waves vs St. Marys Predictions January 2, 2025
On January 2, 2025, at 10:00 PM ET, the Pepperdine Waves (6-9) will face the Saint Mary's Gaels (11-3) at University Credit Union Pavilion. This West Coast Conference matchup
Game outlook
On January 2, 2025, at 10:00 PM ET, the Pepperdine Waves (6-9) will face the Saint Mary's Gaels (11-3) at University Credit Union Pavilion. This West Coast Conference matchup features two teams with differing records this season. Saint Mary's has been dominant in recent meetings with Pepperdine, winning 32 of their last 41 games. They are the favorite in this upcoming game, with the opening line at -15.5 and the current line at St. Mary's -16.5.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Waves +1,150 | -2,918
Spread: Waves +16.5 (-110) | -16.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 142.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that St. Marys will win straight-up is 97%.
Pepperdine Waves
Pepperdine's basketball team has faced challenges this season, currently ranking at 193rd in the KenPom ratings with a struggling defense at 194th and offense at 200th. They have a strength of schedule rating of 160th and have secured wins over Western Illinois, New Mexico State, Grambling, Northern Arizona, and UC Davis. The team's leading scorer is Stefan Todorovic, averaging 18.5 points per game, with Moe Odom as the second top scorer with 12.9 ppg. Their offensive statistics show they hit 46.17% of field goals, 73.50% of free throws, and 34.63% of three-pointers. Defensively, they allow an average of 42.72% of field goals, 75.19% of free throws, and 31.86% of three-pointers. The team averages 37.40 rebounds per game, 16.93 offensive assists, and 12.13 defensive assists per game. With a power ranking of 51, Pepperdine's performance this season stands at 6-9 (8-6 ATS), showcasing areas for improvement in both offense and defense.