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Gonzaga Bulldogs Look to Extend Dominance Against Portland Pilots in West Coast Conference Clash

The Gonzaga Bulldogs will face off against the Portland Pilots in a West Coast Conference showdown on Saturday, January 25 at Chiles Center in Portland, OR. Gonzaga previously defeated Portland 81-50 on January 2 but failed to cover a 33.5-point spread. The current betting line has Gonzaga as the favorite at -24.5. Stay tuned for our Gonzaga vs. Portland prediction for another exciting Saturday in NCAAB action.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Bulldogs -10000 | Pilots +2500
• Spread: Bulldogs -24.5 (-110) | Pilots +24.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 160.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Gonzaga will win straight-up is 99%.

Gonzaga vs Portland Stats

Gonzaga Bulldogs

The Gonzaga Bulldogs recently suffered back-to-back losses against Oregon State and Santa Clara, marking the first time since the 2013-14 season that they dropped consecutive games in conference play. Despite their recent struggles, the Bulldogs have several key players performing well, including Nolan Hickman, Graham Ike, and Ryan Nembhard. Gonzaga has six players with points per game in double digits and ranks highly in offensive statistics, such as points per game and field goal percentage. Defensively, the Bulldogs have room for improvement, as they allow a high field goal percentage and free throw percentage to opponents. In terms of rankings, Gonzaga is No. 19 in the NCAA NET Rankings and has a power ranking of 31, with strengths in offense and areas to address on defense.

Portland Pilots Analysis

The Portland Pilots recently won two of their last three games, including a standout performance by junior guard Max Mackinnon who tied the school record with 43 points in a victory over San Diego. The team's offensive and defensive statistics rank in the bottom half nationally, with Mackinnon and freshman forward Austin Rapp leading the scoring. The Pilots currently have a power ranking of 354 and are ranked 250th in offense and 347th in defense. They have a 7-14 record overall and 9-10 against the spread. Portland has shown improvement and will look to continue their winning streak in upcoming games.

Gonzaga's Defensive Dominance Set to Overwhelm Portland in Upcoming Game

It is anticipated that the Gonzaga team will demonstrate a heightened level of defensive performance in their upcoming games against Portland, especially following recent matchups against Oregon State and Santa Clara. By refining their defensive strategies, the Bulldogs are likely to surpass the spread due to the anticipated difficulty faced by the Pilots in containing them. Statistical analysis reveals Portland's struggling defensive metrics, ranking last in both opposing 3-point percentage (43.7%) and defensive rebound percentage (62.8%) within conference play. Conversely, Gonzaga stands out in offensive rebound percentage (35.8%) and 3-point percentage (36.9%), suggesting a potential advantage in generating scoring opportunities. Consequently, a proficient defensive showcase by Gonzaga is expected to result in a substantial offensive output and secure a favorable outcome in their upcoming matchup against Portland.

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