The BYU Cougars (7-4) will try to continue their five-game home winning streak in a matchup against the Portland State Vikings (5-3) at Marriott Center. The game is scheduled to start at 9 p.m. ET on Wednesday, December 12, 2018.
Portland State Vikings vs. BYU Cougars Free Prediction
The Vikings are hoping for a better outcome after their 84-57 loss to the No. 14 Oregon Ducks in their last matchup. One of Oregon’s biggest strengths was getting to the free throw line. They made 33 trips to the line, while Portland State went just 16 times. Jamie Orme had a solid game for Portland State, contributing 11 points and five rebounds.
In the Cougars’ previous game, they fell to the No. 7 Nevada Wolf Pack, 86-70. One of Nevada’s biggest advantages was getting to the free throw line. They made 39 trips to the line, while BYU went just 19 times. With 16 points and 12 rebounds, Yoeli Childs put together a solid game for BYU.
Childs has averaged 0 points over the last five games for BYU.
Based on historical performance heading into this one, ball protection could play an integral role in this meeting. Since last season, BYU has committed the 34th-fewest miscues in the country (turnover percentage of 16.0 percent), while the disruptive defense of Portland State has forced the 12th-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 24.4 percent). Furthermore, the Vikings, who rank 15th in offensive rebounding percentage (37.0 percent), will face a difficult challenge against the Cougars, who rank 20th in defensive rebounding percentage (76.9 percent).
Portland State Vikings at BYU Cougars Odds Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Portland State ranks 46th in three pointers attempted per game (25.7) while BYU ranks 219th (19.9).
The Vikings rank 27th in rebounds per game (40.1) while the Cougars rank 192nd (34.6).
BYU averages 15.6 assists per game, which ranks 45th in the NCAA. Portland State ranks 210th in assists allowed per game (14.7).
The Vikings rank first in steals per game (10.2) while the Cougars rank 129th (6.2).
BYU ranks 80th in blocks per game (3.7) while Portland State ranks 184th in blocks allowed per game (4.3).
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