Arizona Wildcats vs BYU Cougars Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The upcoming basketball contest between Arizona and BYU in the Beehive State is anticipated to be a close matchup. Arizona is coming off a solid road win against Arizona State, while BYU defeated UCF in their previous game. Although Arizona holds a narrow lead in the all-time series, BYU has won the last two meetings. As of now, BYU is favored to win with the current line at BYU -2.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Wildcats +108 | Cougars -129

Spread: Wildcats +2 (-110) | Cougars -2 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 152 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that BYU will win straight-up is 56%.

Arizona Wildcats

Arizona continued their winning streak by defeating Arizona State in their latest game, improving their overall record to 15-6. They are currently tied for the top spot in the Big 12 with Houston. Caleb Love led the Wildcats with 27 points, 6 rebounds, and 7 assists in the victory. The team's offensive statistics rank them 24th in the nation, averaging 82.8 points per game and shooting 47.4% from the field. Defensively, they allow an average of 69.3 points per game. Despite missing Krievas due to injury, Arizona has maintained a strong performance this season.

BYU Cougars Analysis

BYU secured their fourth consecutive victory by defeating UCF on the road, improving their overall record to 15-6 and tying for fifth place in the Big 12 with a 6-4 conference record. In a competitive game against UCF, BYU initially led by six points, fell behind by as many as seven in the first half, and entered halftime trailing by two. A strong start in the second half with an 8-0 run put BYU back in the lead by six, and they ultimately emerged victorious with a 77-71 score. The Cougars shot 48.3% from the field, including 14 of 32 from three-point range, and outrebounded UCF 40-34. Richie Saunders led BYU with 22 points in the win. The team has been performing well offensively this season, averaging 81 points per game and ranking 41st in the nation in scoring offense. On defense, they allow 67.7 points per game, ranking 70th nationally. Additionally, BYU shoots 48.5% as a team and sinks an average of 10.7 three-pointers per game. While their free throw percentage is below average at 68.9%, the Cougars have shown strength in other areas such as rebounding and assists. Overall, BYU has a power ranking of 60 and demonstrates a strong offensive and defensive game.