Who’s Playing
Alcorn State @ No. 1 Gonzaga
Current Records: Alcorn State 0-3; Gonzaga 2-0
What to Know
The Alcorn State Braves’ road trip will continue as they head to McCarthey Athletic Center at 9 p.m. ET on Monday to face off against the #1 Gonzaga Bulldogs. Gonzaga should still be feeling good after a win, while the Braves will be looking to get back in the win column.
Alcorn State was close but no cigar this past Saturday as they fell 62-58 to the Portland Pilots.
Meanwhile, the Bulldogs didn’t have too much trouble with the Texas Longhorns at home this past Saturday as they won 86-74. Forward Drew Timme took over for Gonzaga, finishing with 37 points (a whopping 43% of their total) in addition to seven rebounds. Timme’s performance made up for a slower contest against the Dixie State Trailblazers last Tuesday.
Alcorn State is the clear underdog, so they’re hoping it’s the size of the fight that determines this one. However, those who like betting on the underdog should be happy to hear that they are 3-0 against the spread when expected to lose.
Alcorn State is now 0-3 while the Bulldogs sit at 2-0. A pair of last-season offensive numbers to keep in mind before tip-off: The Braves have only been able to knock down 37.90% percent of their shots, which is the 34th lowest field goal percentage in college basketball. Gonzaga’s offense has more to brag about, as they they come into the matchup boasting the 19th highest field goal percentage in college basketball at 54.90%. We’ll see if their 15.60% advantage translates to the new season.
How To Watch
- When: Monday at 9 p.m. ET
- Where: McCarthey Athletic Center — Spokane, Washington
- TV: ROOT SPORTS
- Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
- Follow: CBS Sports App
Odds
The Bulldogs are a big 40-point favorite against the Braves, according to the latest college basketball odds.
The oddsmakers had a good feel for the line for this one, as the game opened with the Bulldogs as a 39.5-point favorite.
Over/Under: -110
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Series History
This is the first time these teams have played each other within the last six years.
Injury Report for Gonzaga
- Dominick Harris: Game-Time Decision (Foot)
Injury Report for Alcorn State
No Injury Information
