In this article, we will formulate an Ohio State vs Washington prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, February 12th at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus, Ohio. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Ohio State Buckeyes Betting Preview
The Ohio State Buckeyes are 14-10 (6-7) this season after they lost to Nebraska by a score of 79-71 in their last game. Ohio State led 39-34 at halftime, but they were outscored by a total of 45-32 in the second half in the loss. The Buckeyes shot 42.6% from the field, 40% on three-pointers, and 60% on free throws in the game. Micah Parrish led Ohio State with 30 points and four rebounds, while John Mobley Jr. added 21 points and two assists in the game.
Prior to that loss, the Buckeyes defeated Maryland by a score of 73-70 but did lose to Illinois by a score of 87-79 before that. Ohio State has won four of their last six games and they are currently tied for eighth in the Big Ten standings with a 6-7 record. Ohio State has scored 79.3 points per game and they have allowed 71.7 points per game, while also averaging 34.8 rebounds and 13.2 assists per game this season. Bruce Thornton is averaging 17.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game, while Devin Royal is averaging 13.7 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game this year. Ohio State is shooting 47.3% from the field, 74% on free throws, and 37.6% on three-pointers this season.
Washington Huskies Betting Preview
The Washington Huskies are 12-11 (3-9) this year after they defeated Northwestern by a score of 76-71 in their last game. Washington led 39-30 at halftime and they were able to get the win, despite allowing 41 points in the second half. The Huskies shot 52.8% from the field, 36.4% on three-pointers, and 75% on free throws in the game. Tyler Harris led Washington with 18 points and five rebounds, while Great Osobor added 16 points and nine rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, the Huskies lost to Nebraska by a score of 86-72 but did beat Minnesota by a score of 71-68 before that. Washington has lost seven of their last nine games and they are currently second to last in the Big Ten standings with a 3-9 record. Washington has scored 71.9 points per game and they have allowed 72.2 points per game, while also averaging 33.8 rebounds and 12.7 assists per game this season. Great Osobor is averaging 15.6 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game, while Tyler Harris is averaging 12.4 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks per game this year. Washington is shooting 44.3% from the field, 67.8% on free throws, and 33.2% on three-pointers this season. Washington will take on Penn State and Rutgers after this game.
Why Ohio State will beat Washington
- Ohio State has won 17 of its last 18 Wednesday games at Value City Arena at Schottenstein Center.
- Washington has lost five of its last six night games.
- Ohio State has won the first half in each of its last 10 home games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Ohio State vs Washington Prediction
Washington comes into this matchup after winning two of their last three games, but they have played poorly in their last two second halves. The Huskies are near the bottom of the conference standings and they are shooting just 44.2% from the field this year. Ohio State has lost two of their last three games, but they are 2-0 in their last two home games. Ohio State is shooting 47.3% from the field this season and they have scored at least 79 points in three of their last five games. Washington completely collapsed in the second half against Nebraska and they nearly did the same against Northwestern, so I like Ohio State to pull away in the second half for the cover.