Santa Clara Broncos vs Gonzaga Bulldogs NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/8

The Santa Clara Broncos take on the Gonzaga Bulldogs at the McCarthey Athletic Center in Spokane, WA. This game is a West Coast Conference matchup and will be broadcast on ESPN2. Santa Clara enters the game with a regular season record of 13-4, while Gonzaga holds a strong 16-1 record.

The Bulldogs are favored with a spread of -14.5, and they have an unbeaten home record of 13-0. Santa Clara is the underdog, facing a challenging task on the road. The over/under for the game is set at 165.5 points, indicating expectations of a high-scoring game. Gonzaga is ranked #8 in the AP poll, adding to the excitement of this matchup.

Santa Clara Broncos vs Gonzaga Bulldogs Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Santa Clara Broncos vs Gonzaga Bulldogs
  • Venue: McCarthey Athletic Center, Spokane WA
  • Date: Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 11:30 PM ET
  • Betting Odds:
    • Santa Clara Spread: +14.5 (-107)
    • Gonzaga Spread: -14.5 (-118)
    • Santa Clara MoneyLine: +905
    • Gonzaga MoneyLine: -1650
    • Over: 165.5 (-112)
    • Under: 165.5 (-114)
    • Favorite: Gonzaga Bulldogs
    • Underdog: Santa Clara

Santa Clara Broncos Team Preview

The Santa Clara Broncos have shown strong performance in recent games. They secured a win against the San Diego Toreros with a score of 98-70. In that game, Christian Hammond led with 21 points, while Allen Graves contributed 12 points and 9 rebounds.

In their game against the Pepperdine Waves, the Broncos claimed victory with an 82-63 score. Hammond again played a key role, scoring 20 points. Bukky Oboye was also effective, adding 13 points and 7 rebounds.

For the season, the Broncos have an overall record of 13-4. They have done well in both home and away games, with a conference record that ranks them among the top teams. Their offense averages 82.5 points per game, supported by strong field goal shooting and effective teamwork.

Gonzaga Bulldogs Team Preview

The Gonzaga Bulldogs have been strong at home this season. They hold a perfect 13-0 record in home games. Their recent games show consistent performance, including a significant 82-47 win against the Loyola Marymount Lions.

Gonzaga ranks high in several offensive categories. They are 15th in points per game with 91.6 and 8th in field goal percentage at 52.4%. The team also excels in assists, averaging 20.1 per game, which places them 8th in the nation.

Key players like Braden Huff and Graham Ike have been crucial to the team’s success. Huff averages 18.1 points per game, while Ike contributes 16.8 points and 8.5 rebounds per game. The Bulldogs’ strong performance has earned them an AP Rank of #8.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, Gonzaga is favored by 14.5 points. With a strong offense scoring 91.6 points per game and a high field goal percentage, they have the edge. Santa Clara allows too many points on defense, making Gonzaga -14.5 a solid pick.

For the over/under pick, the line is set at 165.5 points. Both teams score well, with Santa Clara at 82.5 and Gonzaga at 91.6 points per game. The projected total of 174.1 points suggests taking the over is a good choice.