The USC Trojans (12-2, 1-0 Pac-12) and the Washington Huskies (10-4, 0-1 Pac-12) square off at Alaska Airlines Arena. The Trojans will try to prolong their six-game winning streak. The game starts at 10 p.m. ET on Sunday, January 5, 2020.
USC Trojans vs. Washington Huskies ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Huskies lost a winnable game to the UCLA Bruins, 66-64, while the Trojans were victorious over the Washington State Cougars, 65-56.
The Trojans made 18 of their 24 free throws (75.0 percent) and held the Cougars to an effective field goal percentage of 0.316 (below their season average of 0.463). Washington, meanwhile, did a great job of getting and making free throws (23-32; 71.9 percent). Washington was led by Isaiah Stewart, who recorded 24 points, 11 rebounds and five blocks. Meanwhile, Onyeka Okongwu led the way for USC, finishing with 27 points and 12 rebounds.
The Huskies dominated this series last year, taking both games. In the most recent matchup, Washington won 78-75. The Huskies’ 16.3 turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Trojans, who had a mark of 20.7. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
A focal point for the Washington offense is getting to the free throw line. The Huskies rank seventh in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.307), but USC is among the best in the nation at keeping opponents away from the charity stripe (ranking 42nd by yielding a FTA rate of 0.162).
USC Trojans at Washington Huskies Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Washington, ATS Winner – Washington, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- USC ranks 37th in rebounds per game (40.2) while Washington ranks 185th (34.6).
- The Huskies rank 195th in three pointers allowed per game (23.9) while the Trojans rank 227th (25.6).
- USC ranks 18th in blocks per game (5.5) while Washington ranks fifth in blocks allowed per game (1.9).
- The Trojans average 16.0 assists per game, which ranks 33rd in the NCAA. The Huskies rank 161st in assists allowed per game (13.6).
- Washington ranks 85th in steals per game (7.2) while USC ranks 159th in steals allowed per game (7.8).
Bettings Trends:
- The Huskies’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 9.6, up from 9.0 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Trojans have scored an average of 74.6 points per game (0.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 67.2 points per game (0.3 below their season average).
