Eastern Washington Eagles vs BYU Cougars NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/22
The Eastern Washington Eagles will meet the BYU Cougars on Monday, December 22, 2025, at the Marriott Center in Provo, Utah. This non-conference game will feature the Eagles from the Big Sky Conference against the 10th-ranked Cougars from the Big 12 Conference. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ at 9:00 PM ET.
Eastern Washington comes into this game as the underdog with a record of 2-10. Their away record is 0-8, indicating a tough road ahead. On the other hand, BYU has a strong 11-1 record, including 9-1 at home. The Cougars are favored by a significant margin, with a spread of -35.5. The over/under for the game is set at 161.5. Fans can expect a competitive game as both teams aim to improve their records.
Eastern Washington Eagles vs BYU Cougars Game Day Info
- Sport: College Basketball
- Teams: Eastern Washington Eagles vs BYU Cougars
- Venue: Marriott Center, Provo UT
- Date: Monday, December 22, 2025 at 9:00 PM ET
- Betting Odds: BYU Cougars -35.5 (-112), Eastern Washington Eagles +35.5 (-109), Over/Under 161.5 (-110)
Eastern Washington Eagles Team Preview
The Eastern Washington Eagles are struggling this season with a record of 2-10. They have not won any of their eight away games. The team is part of the Big Sky conference and is facing challenges on both ends of the court.
Offensively, the Eagles average 77.4 points per game, which ranks them 206th. Their field goal percentage stands at 46.6, while they make 7.4 three-pointers per game. However, their free throw percentage is low at 70.4, placing them 262nd.
On defense, the Eagles have room for improvement. They average 6.6 steals and 2.5 blocks per game. The team also struggles with turnovers, committing 13 per game, and they foul 17.8 times on average.
BYU Cougars Team Preview
The BYU Cougars are on a strong run with a record of 11-1 in the current season. They have been dominant at home, securing nine wins in ten games. Ranked #10 in the AP poll, they are proving to be a strong contender in the Big 12 Conference.
AJ Dybantsa has been a standout player, averaging 22.2 points per game this season. In recent games, he scored 35 points against Abilene Christian and 26 points against UC Riverside. His consistent performance has been crucial for the team’s success.
The Cougars have a solid offensive lineup, scoring an average of 85.6 points per game. They maintain a high field goal percentage of 49.9%, placing them 31st nationally. Their defense is also performing well, with 9.2 steals per game, contributing to their strong overall record.
BTB Betting Pick
The game between Eastern Washington and BYU has BYU favored by 35.5 points. BYU scores 85.6 points per game, while Eastern Washington scores 77.4 points per game. Given BYU’s strong offense and Eastern Washington’s lower ranking, picking BYU to cover the -35.5 spread is reasonable.
The total for the game is set at 161.5 points. BYU and Eastern Washington combine for an average of 163 points per game. With both teams having high-scoring offenses, taking the over 161.5 is a good choice.