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Oregon State Beavers Set to Face Loyola Marymount Lions in West Coast Conference Matchup in LA - Beavers Favored by 4 Points

On Thursday, January 2, 2025, the Oregon State Beavers will face off against the Loyola Marymount Lions in a West Coast Conference matchup at Gersten Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA. This will be the first meeting between these two teams since 2017, with the game tipping off at 10:00 PM ET. Oregon State opens as the betting favorite at -4, with the line remaining unchanged. Stay tuned for our detailed Oregon State vs. Loyola Marymount prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Beavers -180 | Lions +155
• Spread: Beavers -4 (-110) | Lions +4 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 136.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Oregon St. will win straight-up is 64%.

Oregon St. vs Loyola Marymount Stats

Oregon St. Beavers

The Oregon State Beavers secured a victory over Portland in their first-ever WCC game, winning 89-79 at home. Despite a previous defeat to Nebraska ending their winning streak, the Beavers demonstrated strong offensive performance against the Pilots, shooting 61.4% from the field with a 22/10 assist-to-turnover ratio. Junior forward Michael Rataj led the team with 28 points, showcasing his skills as the Beavers' top player. With a strong performance on both offense and defense, Oregon State is ranked 58th in the NCAA NET Rankings and has a power ranking of 46. The team boasts a solid offensive record, hitting an average of 48.78% of their field goals and 79.05% of free throws, while also performing well defensively, allowing 39.50% of field goals and 29.67% of three-pointers. Overall, the Beavers have a 11-3 record this season and have shown strong potential for success. Visit our sportsbook for more information on promo codes.

Loyola Marymount Lions Analysis

The Loyola Marymount Lions have struggled in conference play, losing to San Francisco and Washington State in their most recent matchups. Despite a strong performance from senior forward Caleb Stone-Carrawell, the Lions fell short with poor shooting from beyond the arc and a high assist-to-turnover ratio. Currently ranked 170th in the NCAA NET Rankings, Loyola Marymount averages 101.5 points per 100 possessions on offense and gives up 101.2 points on defense. With a power ranking of 177, the Lions have solid defensive stats but struggle with their offensive efficiency, ranking 292nd in the nation for scoring. Their shooting percentages for field goals, free throws, and three-pointers are below average, and they also have room for improvement in rebounds and turnovers. Loyola Marymount will need to make adjustments to improve their performance in upcoming matchups.

Lions Look to Use Size Advantage Against Surprising Beavers in Upcoming Matchup

The Beavers have been performing surprisingly well this season, despite having a strength of schedule ranking of 306th according to KenPom. In contrast, the Lions possess a strength of schedule ranking of 125th in the country. With the Lions' size advantage, they should be able to effectively contain the Beavers, making Loyola Marymount a favorable choice to not only keep the game close but also cover the spread, particularly in front of their home fans. Although the Beavers have shown proficiency in 3-point shooting, the Lions' solid defensive capabilities limit their opponents to 31.9% shooting from beyond the arc and 47.5% from inside. This should allow the Lions to perform well offensively and keep the game competitive until the end.

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