The Oregon State Beavers (9-1) and the Texas A&M Aggies (4-5) face off at Reed Arena. The Beavers look to extend their seven-game winning streak. The game will air on SEC Network at 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 21, 2019.
Oregon State Beavers vs. Texas A&M Aggies Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Aggies won a close one over the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders 63-60, while the Beavers were victorious over the UTSA Roadrunners 88-78.
Oregon State dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had a fantastic free throw rate of 0.481 (above their season average of 0.282) and a turnover percentage of 17.8 (worse than their season average of 15.0). For those same stats, UTSA had marks of 0.150 and 19.3, respectively. Texas A&M, on the other hand, dominated nearly every facet of their game. They had an absurd free throw rate of 0.367 (above their season average of 0.256) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 38.2 (above their season average of 24.4). For those same stats, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi was 0.200 and 33.3, respectively. Texas A&M received a boost from Josh Nebo, who recorded 13 points and 13 rebounds. Meanwhile, Kylor Kelley played well for Oregon State, contributing 23 points and six rebounds.
The Aggies won the only game between these two teams last season, 67-64. Texas A&M made seven of their 17 three pointers (41.2 percent). Oregon State was, on the other hand, 8-27 (29.6 percent).
Since last season, a focal point for the Oregon State offense has been to get to and convert from the free throw line. The Beavers rank 11th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.280), but Texas A&M has been among the best in the nation at keeping opponents away from the charity stripe (ranking 34th by yielding a FTA rate of 0.179).
Oregon State Beavers at Texas A&M Aggies Odds Pick
Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Oregon State, ATS Winner – Oregon State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Oregon State ranks 20th in assists per game (15.4) while Texas A&M ranks 203rd (11.5).
- The Beavers rank fourth in blocks per game (5.6) while the Aggies rank 90th (4.2).
- Oregon State ranks 137th in rebounds per game (35.4) while Texas A&M ranks 174th in rebounds allowed per game (36.3).
- The Beavers rank 23rd in steals allowed per game (5.8) while the Aggies rank 122nd (7.1).
- Oregon State ranks 151st in three pointers allowed per game (21.7) while Texas A&M ranks 250th (26.7).
