The Oregon Ducks (6-3) go head-to-head against the Boise State Broncos (4-5) at Matthew Knight Arena. The game can be seen on Pac-12 Network at 9 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 15, 2018.
Boise State Broncos vs. Oregon Ducks ATS Prediction
The last time the Broncos played, they were defeated by the Idaho State Bengals, 72-70. Converting at the free throw line was one of Idaho State’s largest strengths. They were 16-19 (84.2 percent), while the Broncos were just 12-23 (52.2 percent). RJ Williams was Boise State’s leading scorer with 15 points on 6-for-15 shooting.
The Ducks won big over the Portland State Vikings in their last game, 84-57. One of Oregon’s largest advantages was getting to the free throw line. They had 33 free throw attempts, while Portland State had just 16. With 12 points and 12 rebounds, Oregon’s Bol Bol had a good game.
The Broncos won the lone contest against the Ducks last season, 73-70. The Broncos made 18 of their 25 free throws (72.0 percent) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (33.3 vs. 26.7).
Boise State may have a tough time creating turnovers. Since the 2017-18 season, Oregon ranks 97th in the country at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 17.3 percent), while Boise State has forced the 59th-fewest turnovers (17.0 percent).
Boise State Broncos vs. Oregon Ducks Odds Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Oregon, ATS Winner – Boise State, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Boise State averages 24.3 three pointers per game, which ranks 83rd in the country. Oregon ranks 271st in three pointers allowed per game (24.2).
The Ducks rank 16th in blocks per game (4.4) while the Broncos rank 182nd (2.4).
Boise State ranks 19th in rebounds allowed per game (30.5) while Oregon ranks 103rd (32.5).
The Ducks rank 51st in assists per game (15.4) while the Broncos rank 94th in assists allowed per game (12.5).
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