| 1 | 2 | T | ODDS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PEPPR | 45 | 41 | 86 | 153 |
| WASST | 42 | 45 | 87 | -10 |
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Washington State Cougars Favored to Beat Pepperdine in Season Opener: Betting Line Set at -10.5 Points
On Saturday, February 8, the 2024-25 college basketball season kicks off with numerous exciting matchups, including the West Coast Conference battle between Pepperdine and Washington State at Beasley Coliseum in Pullman, WA. This will be the first meeting between the two teams since 2013. Washington State opens as the betting favorite at -11, with the current line set at Washington State -10.5. Stay tuned for our Pepperdine vs. Washington State prediction and check out our other NCAAB picks for what promises to be a thrilling Saturday of college basketball.
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Waves +425 | Cougars -600
- Spread: Waves +10.5 (-110) | Cougars -10.5 (-110)
- Total: Over/Under 153 (-110)
- Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Washington St. will win straight-up is 86%.
Pepperdine vs Washington St. Stats
Pepperdine Waves
The Pepperdine Waves are currently struggling after a recent defeat to Portland, where they were unable to capitalize on their offensive opportunities and were outperformed on defense. Senior forward Stefan Todorovic had a tough game with just six points, while sophomore forward Dovydas Butka led the team with 16 points and 12 rebounds. Overall, Pepperdine's offensive and defensive statistics rank them in the bottom half of Division I schools. They have a power ranking of 334 and are currently 8-14 this season. Offensively, they shoot 43.89% from the field and 32.24% from three-point range, ranking them in the low 200s. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 44.14% from the field and 32.56% from beyond the arc, with a poor 76.15% free-throw percentage. In terms of rebounds and assists, their rankings are slightly better, but turnovers continue to be a challenge for the team. Overall, the Waves need to work on both ends of the court to improve their performance in the remaining games of the season.
Washington St. Cougars Analysis
The Washington State Cougars are currently struggling, having lost five consecutive games. Despite shooting well and committing few turnovers in their recent matchup against Oregon State, they allowed too many free throw attempts. Junior guard Nate Calmese has been a standout player for the team, averaging 16.2 points and 4.2 assists per game. Overall, the Cougars have a power ranking of 330 and rank 80th in offense, scoring an average of 78.56 points per game. Defensively, they have been giving up an average of 75.92 points per game. They have a solid shooting percentage but need to improve their defensive play and rebounding.
Washington State Cougars Expected to Dominate Pepperdine in Home Game
It is anticipated that the Cougars will bounce back from their recent losses when playing in front of their home crowd. The team has faced several defeats on the road, but has shown strong performances in their prior nine home games with an 8-1 record against the spread. With impressive offensive statistics, Washington State holds a significant advantage over Pepperdine. The team ranks seventh in the country for 2-point percentage at 59.0%, and second in the WCC for 3-point percentage with 37.0%. In contrast, Pepperdine ranks poorly in 3-point percentage at 30.2% and opposing 2-point percentage at 58.2% during league play. Given these statistics, the Cougars are poised for success against the Waves in their upcoming matchup.
