The Washington State Cougars (4-1) will travel to the Pan American Center to take on the New Mexico State Aggies (5-1). Action gets underway at 9 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 1, 2018.
Washington State Cougars at New Mexico State Aggies Betting Odds
Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Aggies defeated the UTEP Miners 62-58, while the Cougars beat the CSUN Matadors 103-94.
The Cougars made 16 of their 20 free throws (80.0 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.621 (above their season average of 0.500). Meanwhile, New Mexico State’s free throw rate was their biggest advantage over UTEP. The Aggies had a rate of 0.220 (below their season average of 0.262), while the Miners posted a mark of 0.146 (below their season average of 0.263). Ivan Aurrecoechea fueled New Mexico State with 15 points and six rebounds. Meanwhile, CJ Elleby had a solid performance for Washington State, finishing with 23 points and 11 rebounds.
The offensive glass should be a major edge for New Mexico State in this contest. The Aggies rank 27th in offensive rebounding percentage (34.4 percent), while Washington State ranks 300th in defensive rebounding percentage (68.7 percent) dating back to last season. Additionally, the Cougars rank 59th in effective field goal percentage (0.539), while the Aggies rank 24th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.467).
Washington State Cougars at New Mexico State Aggies ATS Pick
Pick: SU Winner – New Mexico State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- New Mexico State ranks second in assists allowed per game (9.4) while Washington State ranks 255th (14.6).
- The Aggies rank 16th in steals allowed per game (4.9) while the Cougars rank 119th (5.9).
- New Mexico State ranks 11th in blocks allowed per game (2.3) while Washington State ranks 99th (3.1).
- The Aggies rank seventh in rebounds per game (40.7) while the Cougars rank 257th (33.6).
- New Mexico State ranks 112th in three pointers allowed per game (21.0) while Washington State ranks 296th (25.2).
