Arizona Wildcats vs. USC Trojans ATS Prediction 01/24/19

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A five-game home winning streak is on the line for the USC Trojans (10-8, 3-2 Pac-12) when they challenge the Arizona Wildcats (14-5, 5-1 Pac-12) at Galen Center. Action gets underway at 9 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 24, 2019.

Arizona Wildcats vs. USC Trojans ATS Odds

Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Trojans defeated the UCLA Bruins 80-67, while the Wildcats beat the Oregon State Beavers 82-71.

The Wildcats had an absurd offensive rebounding percentage of 51.2 (above their season average of 26.8), while the Beavers had a turnover percentage of 20.2 (above their season average of 16.9). The Trojans, on the other hand, had a better free throw rate (0.125 vs. 0.056) and held the Bruins to an effective field goal percentage of 0.444 (below their season average of 0.520). USC’s Nick Rakocevic had a good outing, finishing with 21 points and 12 rebounds. Ryan Luther was a key piece for Arizona with 16 points and 11 rebounds.

The Wildcats dominated this series last year, winning both contests. In the last game, Arizona won 75-61. Arizona out-rebounded USC. The Wildcats had 13 offensive rebounds and 42 total rebounds, while the Trojans had five and 19, respectively. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

USC might have trouble finding the bottom of the net as they battle against one of the country’s best defenses. Arizona currently ranks 43rd in defensive efficiency while the Trojans rank 144th in offensive efficiency.

Arizona vs. USC Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Arizona, ATS Winner – USC, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Arizona ranks 25th in assists allowed per game (10.5) while USC ranks 190th (14.7).
  • The Trojans rank 92nd in blocks per game (3.6) while the Wildcats rank 101st in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
  • The Wildcats rank 94th in rebounds allowed per game (33.8) while the Trojans rank 229th (37.6).
  • Arizona ranks 20th in steals allowed per game (4.9) while USC ranks 55th (5.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Wildcats have scored an average of 76.4 points per game (2.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 69.2 points per game (3.2 above their season average).
  • The Trojans’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 1.4, down from 4.5 for the season.