Boise State vs Washington State Prediction 12-7-24 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Boise State vs Washington State prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, December 7th at Idaho Central Arena in Boise, Idaho. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Boise State Broncos Betting Preview

The Boise State Broncos are 6-2 this year after they defeated Utah Tech by a score of 87-64 in their last game. Boise State led 48-31 at the half and was able to coast in the second half for the win. The Broncos shot 52.6% from the field, 35% on three-pointers, and 80% on free throws in the game. Tyson Degenhart led Boise State with 21 points and six rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that victory, the Broncos lost to Boston College by a score of 63-61 but did win the four games before that. Boise State has scored 82.3 points per game and they have allowed 67.6 points per game, while also averaging 38.3 rebounds and 16.9 assists per game this season. Tyson Degenhart is averaging 17.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game, while Boise State is shooting 49.5% from the field, 80.4% on free throws, and 32.5% on three-pointers this year. 

Washington State Cougars Betting Preview

The Washington State Cougars are 7-2 this season after they defeated Nevada by a score of 68-57 in their last game. Washington State led 31-21 at halftime and was able to maintain that lead in the second half for a nice win. The Cougars shot 41.7% from the field, 41.4% on three-pointers, and 66.7% on free throws in the game. Isaiah Watts led Washington State with 17 points and four rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Cougars lost to SMU by a score of 77-60 but did win the three games before that. Washington State has scored 82 points per game and they have allowed 74 points per game, while also averaging 38.6 rebounds and 16.9 assists per game this season. Cedric Crawford is averaging 17.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game, while Washington State is shooting 47.3% from the field, 71.8% on free throws, and 35.2% on three-pointers this year. 

Why Boise State will beat Washington State

• Boise State has won each of its last seven day games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Washington State has lost each of its last six day games against the Mountain West Conference.
• Boise State has won the first half in each of its last eight day games.

Why Washington State will beat Boise State

• Washington State has won each of its last four day games.
• Washington State has won the first half in each of its last 10 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Matchup/League Facts

• Boise State ranks T14th among Division 1 teams for opponent rebounds per game this season (29.9).
• Boise State ranks 14th among Division 1 teams for free throw percentage this season (80.4%).
• Washington State ranks 13th among Division 1 teams for blocks per game this season (5.7).
• Washington State ranks 34th among Division 1 teams for pace this season (72.9).

Boise State vs Washington State Prediction 

Boise State comes into the matchup with a solid win over Clemson earlier this season, but they also have losses against a bad Boston College team and San Francisco. The Broncos are shooting nearly 50% from the field, but they were held to just 61 points against BC. Washington State has losses to SMU and Iowa, but their best win is probably against Nevada, so they have yet to win a big game. The Cougars are shooting 47.3% from the field, but they are also scoring 82 points per game on the year. Boise State is the much better defensive team in this matchup and I think we are going to see a slow-paced game, so take the under here.