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Santa Clara Broncos vs Loyola Marymount Lions Betting Preview
The Santa Clara Broncos head to Los Angeles to face the Loyola Marymount Lions in a West Coast Conference matchup at Gersten Pavilion. Santa Clara enters with an 18-5 record and confidence from a win over San Francisco, while Loyola Marymount looks to defend its 9-7 home mark after a narrow loss to Oregon State. With the Broncos favored by 9.5 points, this contest highlights a battle between Santa Clara’s offensive efficiency and Loyola Marymount’s home resilience.
Line Movement and Odds
Santa Clara is favored, but Loyola Marymount’s home record makes this line worth monitoring. Current market:
- Santa Clara Spread: -9.5 (-117)
- Loyola Marymount Spread: +9.5 (-108)
- Santa Clara MoneyLine: -492
- Loyola Marymount MoneyLine: +354
- Total: 152.5 (-110)
Check the college basketball odds tracker for real-time updates, especially as bettors weigh Santa Clara’s scoring pace against Loyola Marymount’s home-court edge.
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Matchup Breakdown
Santa Clara Outlook
The Broncos average 82.7 points per game, with Christian Hammond, Elijah Mahi, and Allen Graves leading the offense. Hammond’s 21 points vs San Francisco highlighted his scoring, while Mahi’s 18 points showcased his consistency. Santa Clara’s efficiency (18-5 overall record; 54.7% effective FG; 17.5 assists per game, 37th nationally) underscores their strengths. Their ability to share the ball and score efficiently makes them dangerous even on the road.
Loyola Marymount Outlook
The Lions average 74.6 points per game, with Myron Amey Jr., Rodney Brown, and Jalen Shelley driving production. Amey’s 24 points vs Oregon State highlighted his dominance, while Shelley’s seven assists showcased his playmaking. Loyola Marymount’s efficiency (11-12 overall record; 9-7 at home; 35.4% three-point shooting) underscores their strengths. Their ability to shoot from deep and defend at home makes them competitive despite their record.
Key Factors
This matchup may hinge on perimeter shooting and tempo. Santa Clara thrives on Hammond’s scoring and Mahi’s consistency, while Loyola Marymount must rely on Amey’s hot hand and Shelley’s playmaking to tilt the game. Execution in the final minutes will likely decide the margin.
Injuries / Availability
Santa Clara: The Broncos report no fresh injury concerns heading into Saturday’s contest.
Loyola Marymount: The Lions are expected to have their full rotation available.
Environment
Gersten Pavilion has been a steady venue for Loyola Marymount, where they’ve gone 9-7 this season. Santa Clara, however, has shown resilience with four road wins, making this a clash of Broncos’ offensive firepower versus Lions’ home grit.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Santa Clara 80, Loyola Marymount 70
- Santa Clara -9.5 → Best Bet. Their offensive efficiency and depth suggest they can cover the spread.
- Under 152.5 → Total play. Both teams’ pace points toward a combined score below the line.
Santa Clara’s depth and shooting should carry them to victory, while Loyola Marymount’s home-court energy keeps the spread competitive. Expect a contest that leans lower-scoring, with totals landing just under the posted number.
Handicappers and Service Plays
WCC contests often spotlight perimeter battles and tempo control. Our Best Handicappers showcase analysts who specialize in conference shooting trends, while the Leaderboard tracks who’s delivering consistent returns. For Santa Clara vs Loyola Marymount, expert breakdowns in Buy Picks can help bettors decide whether the spread or total offers the sharper edge.
