Utah vs Eastern Washington Prediction 11-30-24 College Basketball Picks
Eastern Washington (1-6) vs. Utah (5-1)
November 30, 2024 5:00 pm EDT
The Line: Utah -23; Over/Under: 154.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Utah vs Eastern Washington Prediction for this college basketball game on Saturday, November 30th, at the Jon M Huntsman Center.
Utah Can’t Slip Up
Utah can’t slip up heading into this game. Utah in the last game faced off against Mississippi Valley State, the offense scored 94 points and they ended up cruising to the blowout victory. Utah shot 55.9 percent from the field and 48.3 percent from behind the three-point line. Gabe Madsen had a strong game putting up 27 points, three rebounds, and three assists. Two games ago against Utah Tech, they were able to secure an 85-53 victory. Utah on the season is averaging 90.4 points while their defense is giving up 61 points per game. The offense is ranked 4th in the league while the defense is ranked 22nd.
Why Utah Will Beat Eastern Washington
- Utah has won each of its last 14 games against the Big Sky Conference.
- Eastern Washington has lost seven of its last eight games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Eastern Washington has lost the first half in each of its last five games against non-conference opponents.
Eastern Washington is Struggling
Eastern Washington has played a tough schedule, but they are really struggling heading into this game and they have lost five games in a row. In the last game against UC Santa Barbara, Eastern Washington scored only 51 points while the defense gave up 67 points, and that led to the defeat. Two games ago against Cal Patist, Eastern Washington scored 68 points and they lost by nine points. Eastern Washington is averaging 72 points while their defense is giving up 81.4 points per game. The offense is ranked 258th in the league while the defense is ranked 345th. Nic McClain has been the top player for Eastern Washington averaging 16.6 points while shooting 50 percent from the field.
Utah vs Eastern Washington Prediction
Eastern Washington does not have a shot at keeping this game close, and it is going to be a blowout early. Eastern Washington is giving up 81.4 points per game, and it is going to really struggle to defend here. Utah is averaging 90.4 points, and it is going to put on a show with the offense. This game is going to get out of control, and Utah will cruise. Back Utah against the spread.