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Arizona Wildcats vs. Washington State Cougars

February 22, 2024



The PAC-12 has a massive battle coming up soon, as the 21st-ranked Washington State Cougars (20-6) have a huge showdown against the fourth-ranked Arizona Wildcats (20-5) on Thursday, February 22 at 11:00 PM ET at the McKale Center in Tucson, Arizona. The Wildcats have a moderate chance at success with a point spread at -11.5 (-110).

Washington State Cougars Betting Preview

The Cougars have won their last seven games and are 11-4 overall in the PAC-12. Their most recent success was a 72-59 performance over the Stanford Cardinal, where they were actually down by one at the half.

Myles Rice operates their offense to help them succeed. He currently leads them with 15.9 points, 3.7 assists, and he is making 45.7 percent of his shots from the floor.

The Cougars consistently score an average of 75.5 points per game, boasting a 47.5 percent success rate in field goals. Their teamwork is evident with an average of 12.5 assists per game, setting them apart from the Wildcats who create fewer scoring opportunities.

On the defensive end, the Cougars restrict opponents to 66.5 points, leading to a respectable point differential. Notable defensive statistics encompass 37.9 rebounds, 5.3 blocks, and 5.4 steals per game.

Arizona Wildcats Betting Preview

The Wildcats have won their last six games and have roughly the same momentum as the Cougars do heading into this game. Their most recent win was a 105-60 rout over the Arizona State Sun Devils, marking their third consecutive win where they scored 99 points or more.

Caleb Love continues to showcase his talents on the offensive end. He is currently leading them with 18.8 points, chips in 3.2 assists, and is making 86.4 percent of his foul shots that could help them late in the game.

The Wildcats consistently average 90.7 points per game, boasting a 49.2 percent success rate in field goals. Their impressive ball movement, evident through 19.0 assists per game, underscores their proficiency in seizing scoring opportunities.

Defensively, they hold opponents to an average of 72.9 points per game, emphasizing a notable point differential compared to their offensive prowess. Furthermore, they grab 43.3 rebounds, block 3.5 shots, and notch 8.7 steals per matchup.

Odds, Series Trends and Free Pick

MyBookie has unveiled the betting odds for college basketball, giving the Arizona Wildcats an 11.5-point advantage for a potential win at home. Market insights suggest they have a 93.2 percent chance of their success.

The Wildcats arguably have a better team on both ends of the court to win this game. Despite both of them having exciting winning streaks, the Wildcats are the most likely to have potential for a good game offensively.

Final Pick: Arizona Wildcats -11.5 (-110)