The Washington Huskies (4-1) challenge the Minnesota Golden Gophers (4-0) at Vancouver Convention Centre. The game is scheduled to start at 6:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 21, 2018.
Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. Washington Huskies ATS Prediction
The Golden Gophers will be hoping for a similar result after defeating the Santa Clara Broncos in their last game, 80-66. The Golden Gophers had a phenomenal free throw rate of 0.343 (above their season average of 0.276) and held the Broncos to an offensive rebounding percentage of 11.4 (below their season average of 31.4). Minnesota rallied around Jordan Murphy, who finished with 15 points, 17 rebounds and six assists.
The last time the Huskies played, they defeated the Texas A&M Aggies, 71-67. The Huskies had a ridiculous free throw rate of 0.410 (above their season average of 0.310) and had a turnover percentage of 12.5 (better than their season average of 16.1). Noah Dickerson was the game’s top scorer with 24 points on 7-for-19 shooting from the field.
Since last season, the Golden Gophers are 19-17 straight up (SU) and 21-14 against the spread (ATS). Games including Minnesota have had a tendency to finish over the O/U total since last season (60.0 percent).
The Huskies have had a solid 24-13 SU record since last season, but have struggled covering the spread (10-24 ATS). Washington’s games have had a tendency to finish under the projected point total over that same stretch (64.7 percent).
Based on each team’s statistical profile, ball protection could play a key role in this matchup. Since last season, Minnesota has committed the 29th-fewest miscues in the nation (turnover percentage of 16.1 percent), while the disruptive defense of Washington has forced the 44th-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 21.3 percent).
Minnesota vs. Washington Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Washington, ATS Winner – Washington, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Washington averages 5.4 blocks per game, which ranks 10th in the country. Minnesota ranks 260th in blocks allowed per game (4.6).
The Golden Gophers rank 43rd in rebounds per game (38.5) while the Huskies rank 288th (33.0).
Washington ranks 14th in steals per game (8.0) while Minnesota ranks 220th (5.5).
The Golden Gophers rank 81st in assists per game (14.9) while the Huskies rank 285th (11.6).
Minnesota ranks 255th in three pointers attempted per game (19.8) while Washington ranks 266th (19.5).
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