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Arizona State vs Southern Utah Week 1 Betting Preview
Arizona State tips off the new season Tuesday night in Tempe with a rebuilt roster and plenty of unknowns. The Sun Devils come off a 13-20 campaign and were picked to finish last in the Big 12. They’ll face a Southern Utah squad also in transition after an eighth-place finish in the WAC.
Bobby Hurley retooled his program with 14 newcomers, including transfer guard Moe Odom from Pepperdine, who ranked fourth nationally with 7.5 assists per game. Hurley also added several European players led by Andrija Grbovic, expected to play a major role.
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Line Movement and Odds
According to the latest numbers on the NCAA basketball odds page Arizona State opened around a 4.5-point favorite. The line has held steady with moderate public support on the home side. Early action from sharper bettors leaned toward the Sun Devils after Southern Utah lost several key scorers.
Moneyline markets price ASU near -200, with Southern Utah returning about +165. The total sits around 147 points, down slightly from openers, suggesting early bettors expect a slower tempo from both offenses.
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Matchup Breakdown
Arizona State outlook: Hurley’s team plays fast but must tighten up defensively after allowing 76.8 points per game last year. Odom’s passing and Grbovic’s inside presence should balance the offense. The biggest question is depth, especially after junior-college transfer Vijay Wallace was carted off in an exhibition with a leg injury.
Southern Utah outlook: Coach Rob Jeter lost Dominique Ford and Jamir Simpson, who combined for 30.6 points per game. The Thunderbirds will rely on frontcourt rebounding and interior defense to stay close. Their 3-11 road mark from last season shows how hard it is for them to compete away from Cedar City.
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Injuries and Conditions
Arizona State Sun Devils
- Vijay Wallace, leg injury, status uncertain for opener.
- No other confirmed absences.
Southern Utah Thunderbirds
- No major injuries reported entering Tuesday.
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Indoor game, so weather will not factor into totals or pace.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Expect Arizona State’s length and depth to show late, but early offensive rust could keep the first half tight. The Thunderbirds lack proven scorers, and their turnover issues should give the Sun Devils extra possessions.
Projected score: Arizona State 73, Southern Utah 65.
Best bet: Arizona State -4.5.
Secondary lean: Under 147.
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