The San Diego Toreros (9-3) square off against the Washington State Cougars (7-3) in the Las Vegas Classic at Orleans Arena. The game is scheduled to start at 10 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 22, 2018.
San Diego Toreros vs. Washington State Cougars Free Prediction
In the Toreros’ last game, they topped the Weber State Wildcats, 83-66. The Toreros had a better free throw rate (0.185 vs. 0.098) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (37.8 vs. 22.2). With 25 points on 9-for-20 shooting, Isaiah Pineiro was the top scorer from either team.
The Cougars defeated the Nicholls Colonels in their last matchup, 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 game’s top scorer with 31 points on 12-for-19 shooting from the field.
Contrasting paces will be on display in this matchup. Washington State prefers an up-and-down style of play (29th in possessions per game), while San Diego likes to grind-it-out (304th in possessions per game).
Isaiah Pineiro and Olin Carter III have been playing well over the last five games for San Diego. Pineiro has averaged 0 points per game. Not to be outdone, Carter III has recorded 0 points a game during that span.
San Diego Toreros vs. Washington State Cougars Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Washington State, ATS Winner – Washington State, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
San Diego ranks third in three pointers allowed per game (17.3) while Washington State ranks 258th (29.9).
The Toreros rank 16th in assists allowed per game (10.9) while the Cougars rank 141st (13.8).
Washington State ranks 12th in blocks allowed per game (2.0) while San Diego ranks 58th (3.2).
The Cougars rank 36th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while the Toreros rank 69th (6.1).
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The Toreros’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 17.4, up from 11.5 for the season.
During their last five games, the Cougars have scored an average of 85.0 points per game (0.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 73.2 points per game (2.1 below their season average).
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