The Washington Huskies (16-14) will face the 18^th-ranked Washington State Cougars (23-7) in an appealing PAC-12 matchup on Thursday, March 7, at 9:00 PM ET at the Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum in Pullman, Washington. The Cougars have a slight edge at home, with a point spread of -6.5 (-110).

The Huskies are 2-3 in their or Wii’s five matchups and need consistency. Their most recent battle was an 82-75 defeat against the USC Trojans despite Koren Johnson adding 21 points.

Keion Brooks Jr. ranks 12^th in the nation in scoring, averaging 21.3 points each game. He also leads the team with 6.7 rebounds each game, making him vital on both court ends.

The Huskies consistently score an impressive 81.0 points per game with exceptional shooting precision at 46.9 percent, highlighting their offensive strength. Additionally, their proficiency in recording 15.2 assists per game underscores their effectiveness in seizing scoring opportunities.

On the flip side, the Huskies face challenges in defense, conceding an average of 77.3 points per game. Despite defensive struggles, their strengths shine through in critical areas, such as 36.2 rebounds, 3.9 blocks, and 5.7 steals per game.

The Cougars have won four out of their last five games and are riding a two-game win streak coming into this matchup. Their most recent victory was 77-65 at home against the UCLA Bruins, in which Jaylen Wells scored a career-high 27 points.

Myles Rice consistently leads their offense with 15.5 points and is shooting 44.9 percent from the field. He also leads with 3.8 assists each game to help push the flow offensively.

The Cougars exhibit a robust scoring performance, averaging 75.1 points per game with an impressive 46.9 percent shooting accuracy. Their offensive prowess shines through skilled ball movement, evident in an average of 12.4 assists per game.

They adeptly limit opponents to 67.1 points on the defensive front, establishing a subtle defensive edge to complement their formidable offense. Moreover, they showcase expertise in securing 37.5 rebounds, 5.0 blocks, and 5.2 steals per game.

MyBookie sets the odds for the upcoming college basketball clash, unveiling a 6.5-point edge in favor of the Washington State Cougars playing at their home arena. Analyzing the market indicates a 71.8 percent likelihood of the Cougars clinching the win. Based on recent success and consistency this season, the Cougars have the best chance of winning and covering the spread against the struggling Huskies.