The Washington State Cougars (3-4) will travel to Cowan Spectrum at the Kibbie Dome to meet the Idaho Vandals (3-5). Action gets underway at 10 p.m. ET on Wednesday, December 4, 2019.
Washington State Cougars at Idaho Vandals ATS Odds
Both teams fell in their last game. The Vandals were blown out by the Seattle Redhawks, 74-55, while the Cougars were beaten by the Colorado State Rams, 79-69.
Washington State forced Colorado State into a turnover percentage of 24.7 (above their season average of 18.3) while Idaho had a better free throw rate (0.167 vs. 0.108). Quinton Forrest played a pivotal role for Idaho with 14 points and 12 rebounds. Meanwhile, CJ Elleby had a good game for Washington State, recording 16 points and six rebounds.
The Cougars won the lone game between these two teams last year, 90-70. The Cougars’ turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Vandals. Washington State had a rate of 5.1, while Idaho posted a mark of 13.6.
Idaho may have difficulty getting to the charity stripe in this matchup. Since the 2018-19 season, the Vandals rank 262nd in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.208, while Washington State ranks 61st in FTA rate allowed (0.195).
Washington State Cougars at Idaho Vandals Pick
Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Idaho, ATS Winner – Idaho, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Washington State ranks 45th in three pointers attempted per game (26.1) while Idaho ranks 305th in three pointers allowed per game (26.1).
- The Vandals rank 203rd in rebounds allowed per game (35.6) while the Cougars rank 261st (36.8).
- Washington State ranks 242nd in steals per game (5.5) while Idaho ranks 299th (4.4).
- The Cougars rank 104th in assists per game (14.1) while the Vandals rank 306th in assists allowed per game (15.5).
- Washington State ranks 215th in blocks per game (2.7) while Idaho ranks 277th (1.9).
