Fresno State Bulldogs vs Washington State Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/26/24

Betting on today’s Bulldogs and Cougars game? Catch the action at Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs, CA, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 11:59 ET on truT. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 158.5 points, and Washington State is favored by -13.5 at home against Fresno State.

FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS VS WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Fresno State Bulldogs +13.5

This game will be played at Acrisure Arena at 11:59 ET on Tuesday, November 26th.

WHY BET THE FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Cougars.
• Even though we have Washington State winning straight-up, we like Fresno State at +13.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.

Can Fresno State Pull Off A Win at Acrisure Arena?

Fresno State picked up a 72-69 road win over Long Beach State on Saturday, November 23rd. The Bulldogs entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win. The total points for the game hit 141, just over the 140.5 O/U line.

Fresno State turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Long Beach State 44-30 after trailing 39-28 at halftime. The Bulldogs’ strong 2nd half performance was key to their comeback victory.

Fresno State’s offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 30% overall and 23.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 35%, but they managed to score 72 points thanks to 30 made free throws on 44 attempts, shooting 68.2% from the line.

Amar Augillard led the Bulldogs with 25 points, hitting 4 of 13 from beyond the arc. Devin Askew added 19 points, connecting on 3 of 6 threes, while Mykell Robinson contributed 16 points and 7 rebounds. TJ Wainwright chipped in 13 points and 4 assists, making 3 of 8 from deep.

Fresno State’s defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 27 field goals on 64 attempts.

From three-point range, the opposition hit 12 of 29 shots, good for 41%. Fresno State also sent them to the free-throw line 4 times, where they made 3 free throws.

Will Washington State Come Through as Home Favorites?

Washington State Cougars Recent Game/Games

Washington State improved to 3-0 on the season with a 96-81 win over Eastern Washington on Thursday. The Cougars, who were -15 point favorites, pushed against the spread. The game’s total points of 177 exceeded the O/U line of 156.5.

Washington State took control early, leading 51-36 at halftime. In the second half, they scored 45 points but also allowed 45, indicating room for defensive improvement moving forward.

Washington State put up 96 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and knocking down 16 threes at a 53.3% clip. Their effective field goal percentage was 62.5%, and they also hit 72.7% of their free throws, going 16-for-22 from the line.

The Cougars dished out 24 assists and grabbed 17 offensive rebounds. Dane Erikstrup and Nic McClain each scored 24 points, with Erikstrup hitting 6 of 8 threes. Cedric Coward and Isaiah Watts added 22 points apiece, with Watts connecting on 4 of 7 from deep.

Washington State’s defense struggled, giving up 81 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 32 made baskets on 64 attempts.

From beyond the arc, the Cougars allowed 16 threes on 30 attempts, a 53% shooting clip. They also sent the opposing team to the line 22 times, where they hit 16 free throws.