It will be a showdown between two sensational offenses when the Eastern Washington Eagles (8-5, 1-1 BigSky) go head-to-head against the Portland State Vikings (7-8, 1-2 BigSky) at Reese Court. Action begins at 5:05 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 4, 2020.
Portland State Vikings vs. Eastern Washington Eagles ATS Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last contest. The Eagles fell to the Idaho State Bengals, 75-69, while the Vikings were defeated by the Idaho Vandals, 72-61.
Portland State held Idaho to an offensive rebounding percentage of 12.5 (below their season average of 24.0) while Eastern Washington forced Idaho State into a turnover percentage of 26.6 (above their season average of 19.6). Kim Aiken Jr. played well for Eastern Washington with 20 points and 10 rebounds. Meanwhile, Portland State was lifted by Alonzo Walker, who had eight points and 13 rebounds.
This was a highly contested series last year, as the teams split their two games last season. In the most recent matchup, the Eagles won 68-66. One of Eastern Washington’s largest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 16-18 (88.9 percent), while the Vikings were just 7-10 (70.0 percent). This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
The high-powered offense of Eastern Washington will battle against the porous defense of Portland State. The Eagles currently rank 35th in offensive efficiency, while the Vikings are 268th in defensive efficiency. The Eagles should have the edge on that end of the court.
Portland State Vikings at Eastern Washington Eagles Betting Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Eastern Washington, ATS Winner – Eastern Washington, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Eastern Washington averages 18.1 assists per game, which ranks fourth in the NCAA. Portland State ranks 223rd in assists allowed per game (16.0).
- The Vikings rank 24th in steals allowed per game (5.2) while the Eagles rank 124th (6.9).
- Portland State averages 4.2 blocks per game, which is ranked 58th in the country. Eastern Washington ranks 91st in blocks allowed per game (3.4).
- The Vikings rank 61st in rebounds per game (38.9) while the Eagles rank 224th in rebounds allowed per game (38.4).
- Eastern Washington ranks 17th in three pointers attempted per game (28.5) while Portland State ranks 175th (20.9).
Bettings Trends:
- The Vikings have been outscored by an average of 1.0 point in their last five games. For the season, Portland State has defeated opponents by an average of 4.1 points.
- During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 93.6 points per game (6.5 above their season average) and allowed an average of 81.8 points per game (6.3 above their season average).
