The Utah Runnin’ Utes (14-12, 8-6 Pac-12) will be at Wallis Beasley Performing Arts Coliseum to challenge the Washington State Cougars (11-15, 4-9 Pac-12) in a Pac-12 matchup. Action gets underway at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019, and can be seen on Pac-12 Network.
Utah Runnin’ Utes at Washington State Cougars ATS Odds
In their last matchup, the Cougars barely escaped the Colorado Buffaloes, 76-74, while the Runnin’ Utes lost to the Washington Huskies, 62-45.
The Cougars knocked down 16 of their 19 free throws (84.2 percent) and held the Buffaloes to an effective field goal percentage of 0.447 (below their season average of 0.522). Utah, on the other hand, had a better offensive rebounding percentage (31.7 vs. 33.3). Washington State was led by CJ Elleby, who contributed 18 points and eight rebounds. Jayce Johnson, meanwhile had a solid performance for Utah, contributing two points and 12 rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Timmy Allen led the Runnin’ Utes to an 88-70 victory. He put up 15 points and nine rebounds. Utah had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.625 vs. 0.398). Washington State, on the other hand, did an excellent job of converting from the free throw line (19-25; 76.0 percent).
When looking at effective field goal percentage, Washington State figures to have a significant advantage. The sweet-shooting Cougars offense ranks 57th in the NCAA in that metric at 0.542, while the bottom-tier Utah defense is ranked 261st in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.520).
Utah Runnin’ Utes at Washington State Cougars Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Washington State, ATS Winner – Washington State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Utah averages 25.3 three pointers per game, which ranks 57th in the country. Washington State ranks 266th in three pointers allowed per game (26.0).
- The Runnin’ Utes rank 95th in assists per game (14.2) while the Cougars rank 230th in assists allowed per game (15.2).
- The Runnin’ Utes rank 44th in rebounds allowed per game (32.2) while the Cougars rank 197th (35.8).
- Washington State ranks 16th in blocks allowed per game (2.3) while Utah ranks 156th (4.0).
Bettings Trends:
- The Cougars have outscored opponents by an average of 5.2 points in their last five games. For the season, Washington State has lost by an average of 0.2 points.
- During their last five games, the Runnin’ Utes have scored an average of 77.0 points per game (1.7 above their season average) and allowed an average of 79.6 points per game (5.0 above their season average).
