The Washington State Cougars (7-4) challenge the New Mexico State Aggies (9-3) in the Las Vegas Classic at Orleans Arena. The game begins at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 23, 2018.
New Mexico State Aggies vs. Washington State Cougars ATS Prediction
In the Aggies’ last matchup, they topped the North Dakota State Bison, 73-56. The Aggies had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (36.6 vs. 13.5) and had a much better turnover percentage (9.9 vs. 15.5). With 16 points on 7-for-14 shooting, JoJo Zamora led New Mexico State in scoring.
The Cougars were victorious over the Nicholls Colonels in their last game, 89-72. The Cougars had a much better turnover percentage (9.3 vs. 21.3) and had a better free throw rate (0.157 vs. 0.121). Robert Franks was the top scorer from either team with 31 points on 12-for-19 shooting from the field.
It could be a tough game for Washington State on the offensive glass. The Cougars currently rank 259th in offensive rebounding percentage (26.5 percent), while New Mexico State ranks 26th in defensive rebounding percentage (76.7 percent).
New Mexico State Aggies vs. Washington State Cougars Free Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – New Mexico State, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
New Mexico State ranks 21st in three pointers attempted per game (28.1) while Washington State ranks 246th in three pointers allowed per game (29.6).
The Aggies rank 28th in rebounds allowed per game (30.8) while the Cougars rank 194th (37.4).
New Mexico State ranks fifth in assists allowed per game (8.9) while Washington State ranks 155th (14.3).
The Aggies are 12th in the nation with 4.7 steals allowed per game while the Cougars are 44th with 5.5 steals allowed per game.
Washington State allows the 13th-fewest blocks per game (2.0) while New Mexico State ranks 36th (2.6).
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The Aggies’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 12.0, down from 12.2 for the season.
During their last five games, the Cougars have scored an average of 85.0 points per game (0.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 73.2 points per game (2.7 below their season average).
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