Oregon State Beavers vs. Utah Runnin’ Utes Betting Prediction 02/02/19

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The Oregon State Beavers (13-7, 5-3 Pac-12) will be at the Jon M. Huntsman Center to square off against the Utah Runnin’ Utes (11-9, 5-3 Pac-12) in a Pac-12 matchup. Action gets underway at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 2, 2019, and can be seen on Pac-12 Network.

Oregon State Beavers at Utah Runnin’ Utes ATS Odds

In their last outing, the Runnin’ Utes fell to the Oregon Ducks, 78-72, while the Beavers edged the Colorado Buffaloes, 76-74.

The Beavers had a turnover percentage of 13.0 (better than their season average of 16.8) and held the Buffaloes to an offensive rebounding percentage of 22.6 (below their season average of 30.5). Utah, meanwhile, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 40.0 (above their season average of 31.4). Jayce Johnson put together a solid outing for Utah with 11 points and 13 rebounds. Meanwhile, Oregon State rallied around Tres Tinkle, who finished with 19 points and eight rebounds.

The Runnin’ Utes won the sole game between these two teams last year, 66-64. Converting at the free throw line was one of Utah’s largest advantages. They were 13-16 (81.3 percent), while the Beavers were 12-16 (75.0 percent). This is the first time these teams will battle this year.

Half-court execution will be at a premium when a pair of the country’s slowest-paced teams go head-to-head. Utah currently ranks 300th in possessions per game (67.0) and Oregon State is 275th (67.5).

Oregon State Beavers vs. Utah Runnin’ Utes Odds Pick

Free Prediction: SU Winner – Utah, ATS Winner – Utah, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Oregon State ranks ninth in blocks per game (5.5) while Utah ranks 164th (2.4).
  • The Runnin’ Utes are 26th in the country with 31.4 rebounds allowed per game while the Beavers are 51st with 32.5 rebounds allowed per game.
  • The Beavers rank 40th in assists per game (15.8) while the Runnin’ Utes rank 131st in assists allowed per game (13.2).
  • Utah ranks 72nd in three pointers attempted per game (24.9) while Oregon State ranks 116th in three pointers allowed per game (22.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Beavers have scored an average of 74.6 points per game (0.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 76.4 points per game (7.8 above their season average).
  • The Runnin’ Utes’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 8.6, up from 2.0 for the season.