THE HOT CORNER

Mal Van Valkenburg, Las Vegas Review-Journal, 56-42-3 (overall record)

Today’s best bet: San Diego State-BRIGHAM YOUNG (over 145)

Brigham Young is averaging 89.2 points in its last five games and giving up 74.8. The Cougars’ Jimmer Fredette is nearly unstoppable. The Aztecs are not quite as good on offense, but they are averaging 72.4 points on the road, shooting 49.3 percent from the field. This game is poised to be a shootout, as both teams should reach at least 70 points.