The Washington Huskies (16-4, 7-0 Pac-12) and the USC Trojans (12-8, 5-2 Pac-12) battle at Alaska Airlines Arena. The Huskies will try to lengthen their nine-game winning streak. The game begins at 11 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 30, 2019.
USC Trojans at Washington Huskies Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Huskies defeated the Oregon State Beavers 79-69, while the Trojans won a close one over the Arizona State Sun Devils 69-67.
The Trojans held the Sun Devils to an effective field goal percentage of 0.363 (below their season average of 0.506) and had a turnover percentage of 12.8 (better than their season average of 14.8). The Huskies, meanwhile, had a phenomenal effective field goal percentage of 0.656 (above their season average of 0.529) and had a better turnover percentage (16.9 vs. 19.6). Washington was lifted by Nahziah Carter, who recorded 18 points. Meanwhile, Nick Rakocevic was a key piece for USC with 15 points and nine rebounds.
The Huskies won the sole contest between these two teams last season, 88-81. Washington’s 0.745 effective field goal percentage was its biggest advantage over USC, who had a rate of 0.508. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Washington figures to have the edge on the defensive side of the ball. The Huskies currently rank 26th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.456), while USC is 145th in effective field goal percentage (0.522). Conflicting paces will be on display in this battle. The fast-paced Trojans rank 54th in possessions per game, while the slower-paced Huskies rank 314th.
USC Trojans at Washington Huskies Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Washington, ATS Winner – Washington, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- USC ranks 24th in assists per game (16.6) while Washington ranks 192nd (12.2).
- The Huskies rank second in blocks per game (6.3) while the Trojans rank 83rd (3.6).
- Washington ranks 23rd in steals per game (8.3) while USC ranks 95th (6.7).
- The Huskies rank 91st in rebounds allowed per game (33.5) while the Trojans rank 253rd (38.2).
- Washington ranks 41st in three pointers allowed per game (19.4) while USC ranks 187th (23.6).
Bettings Trends:
- The Trojans’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 2.4, down from 5.3 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Huskies have scored an average of 73.6 points per game (1.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 62.2 points per game (2.5 below their season average).
