Loyola Marymount Lions vs San Francisco Dons Betting Preview
The Loyola Marymount Lions visit the San Francisco Dons in a West Coast Conference matchup at War Memorial Gymnasium in San Francisco. Loyola Marymount enters with an 11-13 record and looks to rebound after a tough loss to Santa Clara, while San Francisco aims to defend its 10-3 home mark after a win over Pacific. With the Dons favored by 7.5 points, this contest highlights a battle between Loyola Marymount’s perimeter shooting and San Francisco’s rebounding strength.
Line Movement and Odds
San Francisco is favored, but Loyola Marymount’s ability to stay competitive makes this line worth tracking. Current market:
- San Francisco Spread: -7.5 (-115)
- Loyola Marymount Spread: +7.5 (-109)
- Total: 144.5 (-110)
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Matchup Breakdown
Loyola Marymount Outlook
The Lions average 74.5 points per game, with Myron Amey Jr., Josh Dalton, and Jalen Shelley leading the offense. Amey’s 18 points and 7 rebounds vs Santa Clara highlighted his consistency, while Dalton’s efficient shooting adds balance. Loyola Marymount’s efficiency (11-13 overall record; 2-5 on the road; 8.5 made threes per game at 35% accuracy) underscores their strengths. Their ability to score from the perimeter makes them dangerous underdogs.
San Francisco Outlook
The Dons average 75.7 points per game, with David Fuchs, Tyrone Riley IV, and Marcus Williams driving production. Fuchs’ 30 points and 9 rebounds vs Pacific highlighted his dominance, while Riley’s 16 points showcased depth. San Francisco’s efficiency (14-10 overall record; 10-3 at home; 9.4 made threes per game, 96th nationally; 37.8 rebounds per game, 106th nationally) underscores their strengths. Their ability to rebound and score efficiently at home makes them tough to beat in San Francisco.
Key Factors
This matchup may hinge on tempo and perimeter shooting. Loyola Marymount thrives on Amey’s scoring and Shelley’s two-way play, while San Francisco must rely on Fuchs’ hot hand and Riley’s rebounding to tilt the game. Execution in the final minutes will likely decide the margin.
Injuries / Availability
Loyola Marymount: The Lions report no fresh injury concerns heading into Wednesday’s contest.
San Francisco: The Dons are expected to have their full rotation available.
Environment
War Memorial Gymnasium has been a fortress for San Francisco, where they’ve gone 10-3 this season. Loyola Marymount, however, has shown resilience in close games, making this a clash of Dons’ home dominance versus Lions’ perimeter firepower.
Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: San Francisco 76, Loyola Marymount 71
- Loyola Marymount +7.5 → Best Bet. Their perimeter shooting and resilience suggest they can keep the game closer than expected.
- Under 144.5 → Total play. Both teams’ slower possessions point toward a combined score below the line.
San Francisco’s depth and rebounding should carry them to victory, while Loyola Marymount’s perimeter accuracy keeps the spread competitive. Expect a contest that leans lower-scoring, with totals landing just under the posted number.
Handicappers and Service Plays
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