Eastern Washington Eagles (3-6) vs. Cal Poly Mustangs (3-7)
Eastern Washington vs. Cal Poly 12/18/23 – Eastern Washington Eagles versus Cal Poly Mustangs clash on December 18, 2023 for an exciting NCAA Men’s Basketball matchup that is sure to delight. Both teams currently stand at 3-6 with Eastern Washington holding an edge with 3-7 standing. Set for Robert A. Mott Athletics Center and broadcast by ESPN+ at 10:00 PM ET time slot respectively, fans seeking NCAAB daily predictions cannot wait for this exciting contest!
Eastern Washington Eagles boast an aggressive offense, scoring 77.3 points per game – significantly higher than Cal Poly’s 63.3 average. Their impressive scoring approach is backed by an outstanding 47.8% field goal percentage and 34% three-point field goal rate from beyond the arc – this high scoring approach leads to 9.2 three-point field goals per game average from long range shooting alone! However, their defense falters somewhat with 13.8 turnovers and 19.7 fouls per game which may pose issues against Cal Poly’s playstyle.
Cal Poly Mustangs may trail Eastern Washington Eagles in average points per game with 66.2, but boast an admirable defense record with 5.7 steals and 3.6 blocks per game that could disrupt their offensive rhythm. Their field goal percentage stands at 41.9% but their free throw accuracy nearly matches up at 71.44%; therefore Cal Poly must take advantage of its defensive strengths while increasing scoring efficiency to compete with Eastern Washington’s offensive prowess.
Eastern Washington vs. Cal Poly 12/18/23 Game Info
| When: | Monday, December 18, 2023 at 10:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Robert A. Mott Athletics Center |
| TV: | ESPN+ |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Cedric Coward Forward vs. Kobe Sanders Guard
Cedric Coward, forward for Eastern Washington Eagles, has become an indispensable player. Recognized for his scoring efficiency and rebounding prowess, Coward averages 12.7 points and 6.2 rebounds per game and plays an essential role in controlling the paint and setting up plays – his 51.2% field goal percentage proves this ability; however, his average of 2.6 turnovers indicates potential vulnerabilities which could be exploited by an aggressive defense.
Kobe Sanders, guard for Cal Poly Mustangs, stands out as an adaptable player capable of impacting every facet of the game. Averaging 17.4 points per game as their primary offensive weapon and boasting an 89.7% free throw percentage; yet his field goal percentage at 41.4% suggests there could be room for improvement when it comes to shot selection in order to maximize his scoring impact.
Cedric Coward and Kobe Sanders’ matchup will pit interior strength versus perimeter skills; Coward will challenge Sanders’ defensive capabilities inside the paint while Sanders will test Coward’s agility and scoring flair from guard position – these matchups could potentially decide the game! Their performances may prove decisive.
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
As these teams are so evenly matched, betting odds and point spread for this matchup are still being decided upon.
Eastern Washington Eagles Betting Trends
Eastern Washington’s recent form is indicative of its inconsistency, with only four wins over their last five games and an 1-4 record against the spread overall. Yet their performance against the spread in away games stands out, going 4-3 against it against challenging environments while consistently going over their total in games may suggest high-scoring patterns that bettors may consider betting on.
Cal Poly Mustangs Betting Trends
Cal Poly has struggled in its last five games against Eastern Washington with an identical 1-4 record, yet their balanced 4-4 against the spread in road games and their tendency for games to go OVER totals could provide them with an edge in high scoring encounters due to their defensive capabilities.
Eastern Washington Eagles vs. Cal Poly Mustangs 12/18/23 Betting Picks
Based on statistics and trends, this contest looks poised for a tight contest. Eastern Washington’s offensive prowess will be balanced out by Cal Poly’s defensive resilience; so the key will be whether Cal Poly can disrupt Eastern Washington’s scoring rhythm while taking advantage of any offensive opportunities they present themselves with.
Conclusion: Although Eastern Washington holds an edge in scoring, Cal Poly’s defense and Kobe Sanders’ playmaking could give an advantage to Eastern Washington due to their offensive firepower. Given both teams’ trends, an over in totals could provide premium insights.
Free Pick and Prediction: Eastern Washington Eagles 75, Cal Poly Mustangs 70