Idaho Vandals vs Washington State Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/11/24
Betting on today’s Vandals and Cougars game? Catch the action at Friel Court in Pullman, WA, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 9:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 158.5 points, and Washington State is favored by -15.5 at home against Idaho.
IDAHO VANDALS VS WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Idaho Vandals +15.5
This game will be played at Friel Court at 9:30 ET on Monday, November 11th.
WHY BET THE IDAHO VANDALS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Cougars.
- Even though we have Washington State winning straight-up, we like Idaho at +15.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.
Can the Vandals Grab a Win on the Road?
Idaho Vandals Recent Game/Games
Idaho dropped their season opener at home, falling 79-75 to UC Davis on Thursday. The Vandals entered the game as +2 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 154, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.
Idaho led 40-37 at halftime but struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 42 points while scoring 35. Improving their 2nd-half defense will be key as they look to bounce back in their next game.
Idaho’s offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 45.3% from the field and 42.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.6%, and they added 10 offensive rebounds and 15 assists.
Ty Johnson led the way with 30 points, though he shot just 43.5% overall and 28.6% from three. Tyler Mrus and Pablo Tamba each added 17 points, with Mrus hitting 5 threes at 50%, and Kristian Gonzalez contributed 16 points, shooting 66.7% from deep.
Idaho’s defense gave up 79 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field (24/53). They allowed 12 two-point field goals on 25 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.
From beyond the arc, Idaho’s opponents hit 12 of 28 threes, shooting 42%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 15, shooting 60%. Idaho gave up 10 offensive rebounds.
Can Washington State Lock in a Home Win?
Washington State Cougars Recent Game/Games
Washington State opened their season with a 91-74 win over Bradley on Friday, November 8th. The Cougars, playing at home, were -1.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 165 exceeded the O/U line of 154.5.
After leading 45-42 at halftime, Washington State clamped down defensively, holding Bradley to 32 points in the 2nd half while scoring 46 themselves.
Washington State’s offense put up 91 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.5%. They hit 10 threes at a 32.3% clip and were strong at the free-throw line, going 27-of-33 for 81.8%.
On the glass, the Cougars grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists. Nate Calmese and Cedric Coward each scored 18 points, with Coward hitting 3-of-5 from deep. Christian Davis was efficient, shooting 80% overall and 75% from three, while Connor Dillon was perfect from beyond the arc, hitting all 4 of his attempts.
Washington State’s defense gave up 74 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 44% from the field, including 56% on two-point attempts. They sent the other team to the line 33 times, where they hit 27 free throws, an 81% clip.
From beyond the arc, Washington State held their opponent to 32% shooting, with 10 made threes on 31 attempts. However, they struggled on the boards, giving up 14 offensive rebounds.