An eight-game home winning streak hangs in the balance for the Washington Huskies (21-5, 12-1 Pac-12) when they meet the Colorado Buffaloes (16-10, 7-7 Pac-12) at Alaska Airlines Arena. The game starts at 10:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019, and will air on Pac-12 Network.
Colorado Buffaloes vs. Washington Huskies ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Huskies were victorious over the Utah Runnin’ Utes, 62-45, while the Buffaloes lost a tough one against the Washington State Cougars, 76-74.
Washington played a perfect contest. They had a turnover percentage of 12.5 (better than their season average of 17.9) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.439 (below their season average of 0.532). Utah was 24.0 and 0.360, respectively, for those same stats. Colorado, on the other hand, held Washington State to an offensive rebounding percentage of 18.8 (below their season average of 25.2). Washington was lifted by Matisse Thybulle, who recorded 10 points, seven rebounds and six steals. Tyler Bey was a key piece for Colorado with 12 points and 12 rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Jaylen Nowell led the Huskies to a 77-70 victory. He produced 19 points and five assists. Washington had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.643 vs. 0.500). Colorado, meanwhile, had a much better turnover percentage (15.8 vs. 21.6).
Washington appears to have the advantage on the defensive side of the ball. The Huskies rank 29th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.463), while Colorado is 140th in effective field goal percentage (0.519).
Colorado Buffaloes vs. Washington Huskies Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Washington, ATS Winner – Colorado, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Washington ranks 13th in steals per game (8.9) while Colorado ranks 192nd (5.2).
- The Buffaloes rank 35th in assists allowed per game (11.0) while the Huskies rank 128th (12.9).
- Washington ranks 32nd in three pointers allowed per game (19.2) while Colorado ranks 121st (21.6).
- The Buffaloes rank 94th in rebounds per game (36.9) while the Huskies rank 249th (32.8).
- Washington ranks second in blocks per game (5.8) while Colorado ranks 133rd (3.1).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Huskies have scored an average of 66.6 points per game (4.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 61.0 points per game (2.9 below their season average).
- The Buffaloes’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 4.8, down from 6.2 for the season.
