Washington St. Cougars vs Portland Pilots Betting Picks & Predictions
The upcoming Washington State Cougars vs. Portland Pilots WCC opener on Saturday afternoon will see the Cougars as the clear favorites to win, with a -13 point spread that
Game outlook
The upcoming Washington State Cougars vs. Portland Pilots WCC opener on Saturday afternoon will see the Cougars as the clear favorites to win, with a -13 point spread that has remained unchanged. The Cougars are coming off a victory against Northern Iowa, while the Pilots secured a home win over Lafayette. Will Washington State be able to secure its 11th win of the season? Stay tuned for the Cougars vs. Pilots prediction.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Cougars -1,058 | Pilots +650
Spread: Cougars -13 (-110) | Pilots +13 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 150.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Washington St. will win straight-up is 91%.
Washington St. Cougars
The Washington State Cougars are having an exceptional season, seeking their 11th win. Despite losses to tough opponents like SMU and Washington, they have posted impressive victories against teams like Bradley and Boise State. The team recently secured a 76-68 home win against Northern Iowa, with junior guard Nate Calmese leading the charge with 21 points. Calmese has been a standout player this season, averaging 16 PPG on 46% shooting. LeJaun Watts and Dane Erikstrup have also been key contributors on the court. The Cougars, ranked 80th in DI by Ken Pomeroy, have a strong offense averaging 80.9 points per game but struggle defensively, allowing an average of 74.7 points. With a power ranking of 177, they have shown strong offensive capabilities with a high field goal percentage and solid three-point shooting. Defensively, they have room for improvement in field goal and three-point defense. Overall, the Cougars are a team to watch in the NCAAB season.