Boise State vs George Washington Prediction 3/31/25 College Basketball Picks Today
George Washington () vs. Boise State (24-10)
March 31, 2025 5:30 pm EDT
The Line: Boise State -8.5; Over/Under: 141.5
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The George Washington and Boise State Broncos meet Wednesday in the college basketball Crown First Round at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Here’s a Boise State vs George Washington Prediction. This article will include a Boise State vs George Washington Pick.
George Washington Colonials Betting Preview
The George Washington Colonials recently played La Salle, Fordham, and George Mason. George Washington will play for the first time since March 14 and has split its last 12 games.
The George Washington Colonials are averaging 73.7 points on 44.7 percent shooting and allowing 67.8 points on 42 percent shooting. Rafael Castro is averaging 14.1 points and 9.1 rebounds, while Gerald Drumgoole Jr. is averaging 11.1 points and 2.8 rebounds. Darren Buchanan Jr. is the third double-digit scorer and Trey Autry is grabbing 3.7 rebounds. The George Washington Colonials are shooting 31.7 percent from beyond the arc and 70 percent from the free throw line. The George Washington Colonials are allowing 31.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 31.3 rebounds per game.
Boise State Broncos Betting Preview
The Boise State Broncos recently played San Diego State, New Mexico, and Colorado State. Boise State will play for the first time since March 15 and has won 11 of its last 14 games.
The Boise State Broncos are averaging 76 points on 46.6 percent shooting and allowing 66.3 points on 43.5 percent shooting. Tyson Degenhart is averaging 17.9 points and 1.4 assists, while Andrew Meadow is averaging 12.5 points and 4.3 rebounds. Alvaro Cardenas is the third double-digit scorer and Javan Buchanan is grabbing 3.7 rebounds. The Boise State Broncos are shooting 31.5 percent from beyond the arc and 77.7 percent from the free throw line. The Boise State Broncos are allowing 33.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.9 rebounds per game.
Why the Boise State Broncos will win
- Boise State has won each of its last four games when playing with a rest disadvantage.
- George Washington has lost the first half in nine of its last 11 games against non-Conference opponents at neutral venues.
Why the George Washington Revolutionaries will win
- George Washington has won each of its last eight day games against non-Conference opponents.
- George Washington has won the first half in seven of its last eight day games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Seven of George Washington’s last eight games against non-Conference opponents at neutral venues have produced a total of 151+ points.
- Each of Boise State’s last five day games against non-Conference opponents have produced a total of 143+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Boise State ranks 2nd among Division 1 teams for opponent rebounds per game this season (28.5).
- Boise State ranks 8th among Division 1 teams for rebound percentage this season (56.0%).
- George Washington ranks T18th among Division 1 teams for steals per game this season (9.1).
- George Washington ranks 31st among Division 1 teams for free throw attempts per game this season (22.5).
Boise State vs George Washington Injury Report
George Washington doesn’t have a player listed on its injury report. Boise State will be without Dominic Parolin due to a redshirt.
Boise State vs George Washington Prediction
Boise State is the better team from the better conference, so it makes sense the Broncos are decent sized favorites. However, this is a lot of points for two teams that haven’t played in a couple of weeks. There’s also a motivation factor, as just how badly do these guys want to keep playing?
I know nobody has complained about staying a little longer in Vegas, but I do expect some rust from both sides and that could lead to a sloppy, closer than expected score. George Washington is also an above-average defensive side across the board, which includes top-60 in scoring defense and three-point percentage defense. If George Washington can control the pace and get physical, this could be a game. Give me George Washington and the points.
