Oregon State Beavers (9-4) vs. Washington State Cougars (9-4)
Oregon State Beavers vs. Washington State Cougars 1/4/24 – As the NCAA Men’s Basketball season heats up, an exciting matchup on the horizon features Oregon State Beavers against Washington State Cougars with both teams possessing identical records (9-4). Set for Thursday January 4th 2024 at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum with airing scheduled at 11:00PM ET via Pac12 is sure to give fans looking for top NCAAB free tips plenty to watch for!
Oregon State Beavers have shown impressive form recently, winning four out of their last five games and covering only two spreads out of those five contests. Their road performance against the spread has also been dismal: just one cover during their road campaign! Scoring trends reveal their games as generally high-scoring affairs – 4 of their past 5 contests featured an OVER total, as did 9 out of 11 home contests where Oregon State have played.
On the other side of things, Washington State Cougars have had more difficulty, posting only a 2-3 record in their last 5 games and struggling against the spread – going 1-3 against it overall and 1-2 in road contests against it – much like their Beaver counterparts. Their total score trends differ significantly as well, with just 1 of 5 games going over their respective total point threshold and 6 out of 9 home contests exceeding them altogether.
Oregon State Beavers vs. Washington State Cougars 1/4/24 Game Info
| When: | Thursday, January 4, 2024 at 11:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum |
| TV: | PAC12 |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Jordan Pope (Guard) vs. Isaac Jones (Forward)
Jordan Pope, Oregon State’s star guard, has been instrumental this season. Averaging 37.1 minutes across 13 games and scoring 16.8 points per game on average while leading his team with 3.6 assists and 2.5 rebounds per game; along with impressive field goal percentage (42.9%) and free throw shooting accuracy (88.59%), as well as low turnover rates and steal rates per game could be areas of concern against an experienced Cougars side.
Isaac Jones of Washington State brings an alternative style. With 15.4 points and 7.5 rebounds per game over 13 games, Jones stands out due to his ability to impact both ends of the court. His shooting efficiency stands out with a 60.5% field goal percentage and 3-point shooting at 16.3%; additionally his higher block rate and similar steals per game rates as Pope suggest strong defensive presences.
Pope and Jones will both play pivotal roles, with Pope’s agility and scoring opposing Jones’ strength and rebounding to create an exciting dynamic in this matchup that could determine its outcome. Their direct impact will have a great effect on how the game flows and their respective team performs; their direct effect on either team could prove decisive in its outcome.
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
Betting odds and point spread for this game have yet to be set; however, considering recent trends and performance metrics, the matchup should likely be evenly balanced.
Oregon State Beavers Betting Trends
Oregon State has recently demonstrated an increased tendency toward high-scoring games due to their offensive strengths and defensive vulnerabilities, along with struggles against the spread, particularly on the road. Betttors may wish to address Oregon State’s recent trend; in particular their overall performance and individual player contributions from Pope could help reverse these trends.
Washington State Cougars Betting Trends
Washington State is trending under, which indicates their more controlled and defensive style of play. Their poor record against the spread (particularly away games) hints at inconsistent performances; to remain successful they must use home court advantage as well as defensive strength led by Jones to dominate every game they encounter.
Oregon State Beavers vs. Washington State Cougars 1/4/24 Betting Picks
Bettors looking at this game face an intricate decision when betting. Both teams possess distinctive styles and performances, which could result in an intense contest. Bettors should monitor both spread and total closely as the match approaches; Oregon State tends to go over, while Washington State tends to go under.
Conclusion: While it remains difficult to pinpoint a definitive winner without odds, the game’s nature suggests a close contest, with Washington State likely holding an edge at home. Prop bets focused on individual performances from Pope and Jones could bring significant returns; multi-handicapper predictions might lean slightly in Washington State’s direction.
Free Pick and Prediction: Washington State Cougars 74, Oregon State Beavers 70.