Utah Running Utes vs Arizona Wildcats Betting Picks & Predictions
On Saturday night, two top teams in the Pac-12 will face off as the Utah Utes take on the Arizona Wildcats in Tuscon. Both teams come into the game boasting 11-3 overall
Game outlook
On Saturday night, two top teams in the Pac-12 will face off as the Utah Utes take on the Arizona Wildcats in Tuscon. Both teams come into the game boasting 11-3 overall records and 2-1 in conference play. Tipoff is scheduled for 8:00 PM EST and the betting favorite is the Wildcats at -12.5.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Running Utes +625 | Wildcats -950
Spread: Running Utes +12.5 (-110) | Wildcats -12.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 165 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Arizona will win straight-up is 90%.
Utah Running Utes
The Utah Utes come into this game 11-3, having lost to Arizona State in the Pac-12 Conference. Despite the loss, Branden Carlson led the Utes with 19 points and 8 rebounds, while Deivon Smith added 13 points and 4 rebounds. Now, the Utes will face a tough opponent in the 10th-ranked Wildcats. Despite their offensive success, the Utes' #108 ranked scoring defense could leave them vulnerable against their opponent. 
Arizona Wildcats Analysis
After a 97-50 victory against Colorado, the Arizona Wildcats have shown their strength on offense, with an impressive 56% from the field and 55% shooting from 3-point range. They are #2 ranked nationally in total scoring offense, #18 in field goal percentage, #95 in free throw percentage, #42 in three-point percentage, #5 in total rebounding and #6 in turnovers per game. Defensively, Arizona is ranked #132 in opponent field goal percentage, #59 in opponent free throw percentage, #240 in opponent three-point percentage, #30 in defensive rebounds, #280 in defensive assists and #45 in turnovers per game. Coming into their next game against Utah, the Wildcats are 11-3 this season and have a 2-1 record in previous matchups against Utah.