The Eastern Washington Eagles (11-17, 9-8 BigSky) close out their home schedule at Reese Court against the Portland State Vikings (14-14, 9-8 BigSky). Action gets underway at 5:05 p.m. ET on Saturday, March 2, 2019.
Portland State Vikings vs. Eastern Washington Eagles Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Eagles lost a winnable game to the Sacramento State Hornets, 59-56, while the Vikings edged the Idaho Vandals, 67-65.
The Vikings forced 19 turnovers, while the Vandals had a free throw rate of 0.193 (below the 0.316 mark opponents have averaged against Portland State this season). Eastern Washington, meanwhile, held Sacramento State to an offensive rebounding percentage of 9.7 (below their season average of 28.8). Jesse Hunt played well for Eastern Washington with 15 points and seven rebounds. Portland State, meanwhile, received a boost from Sal Nuhu, who contributed 11 points and eight rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Holland Woods led the Vikings to a 78-65 win. He recorded a double-double with 15 points and 11 assists. One of Portland State’s largest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 12-15 (80.0 percent), while the Eagles were just 7-13 (53.8 percent).
Expect this one to be a clinic on boxing out as two of the country’s top rebounding teams battle. The Vikings currently rank first in offensive rebounding percentage (40.1 percent), while Eastern Washington ranks 39th in defensive rebounding percentage (75.1 percent).
Portland State Vikings at Eastern Washington Eagles ATS Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Portland State, ATS Winner – Portland State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Portland State averages 40.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 16th in the country. Eastern Washington ranks 212th in rebounds allowed per game (36.2).
- The Vikings rank 48th in blocks per game (4.1) while the Eagles rank 123rd (3.1).
- Eastern Washington ranks 123rd in assists per game (13.6) while Portland State ranks 176th in assists allowed per game (13.9).
- The Vikings rank 18th in steals per game (8.5) while the Eagles rank 157th (5.9).
- Portland State ranks 44th in three pointers allowed per game (19.7) while Eastern Washington ranks 147th (22.5).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 74.8 points per game (3.7 above their season average) and allowed an average of 68.6 points per game (6.7 below their season average).
- The Vikings’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 6.8, up from 2.4 for the season.
