The Washington State Cougars (5-2) look to continue their five-game home winning streak when they clash against the Montana State Bobcats (2-6), who will try to put an end to their five-game road losing streak. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 9, 2018, and will air on Pac-12 Network.
Montana State Bobcats at Washington State Cougars Betting Prediction
The last time the Bobcats played, they were dismantled by the Utah State Aggies, 101-71. Utah State’s rebounding was their largest strength. The Aggies had 16 offensive rebounds and 51 total rebounds, while the Bobcats had five and 25, respectively. Harald Frey played well for Montana State, finishing with 13 points.
The Cougars beat the Nicholls Colonels in their last outing, 89-72. The Cougars had a much better turnover percentage (9.3 vs. 21.3) and had a better free throw rate (0.157 vs. 0.121). Robert Franks was the top scorer from either team with 31 points on 12-for-19 shooting from the field.
The elite offense of Washington State will battle against the mid-tier defense of Montana State. Dating back to last season, the Cougars offense ranks 66th in effective field goal percentage (0.540), while the Montana State defense ranks 336th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.550). The Cougars should have the edge on that end of the court.
Montana State Bobcats at Washington State Cougars Betting Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Washington State, ATS Winner – Montana State, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Washington State averages 29.3 three pointers per game, which ranks ninth in the country. Montana State ranks 179th in three pointers allowed per game (22.8).
The Cougars rank 71st in assists per game (15.1) while the Bobcats rank 187th in assists allowed per game (13.8).
Montana State ranks 153rd in rebounds per game (36.0) while Washington State ranks 245th (33.8).
The Cougars rank 222nd in blocks per game (2.5) while the Bobcats rank 245th (1.9).
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