The No. 25 Washington Huskies and Western Kentucky Hilltoppers kick off their seasons at Alaska Airlines Arena. The game can be seen on ESPNU at 10:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 6, 2018.
The game’s Over/Under (O/U) has been set at 151 points with Washington opening as a 7-point favorite.
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs. Washington Huskies Betting Prediction
Last season, Western Kentucky failed to make the tournament following a 24-10 regular season campaign. Washington also failed to make the tournament following a 20-12 regular season campaign.
The Hilltoppers had a solid 24-10 straight up (SU) record last season, but were just 9-18-3 against the spread (ATS). Of Western Kentucky’s 30 games that accepted bets last season, 20 finished under the O/U total.
The Huskies were 20-12 SU last season, but were just 9-21 ATS. Of Washington’s 30 games with betting action last year, 20 finished under the O/U total.
Ball protection could play a significant role in this matchup. Last season, Western Kentucky committed the 58th-fewest miscues in the nation (turnover percentage of 16.8 percent), while the pesky defense of Washington forced the 43rd-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 21.3 percent).
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Washington Huskies Free Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Western Kentucky, ATS Winner – Western Kentucky, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Western Kentucky ranks 143rd in rebounds per game (35.7) while Washington ranks 280th (32.8).
The Hilltoppers rank 160th in assists per game (13.6) while the Huskies rank 280th in assists allowed per game (15.7).
Washington ranks 15th in blocks per game (5.2) while Western Kentucky ranks 126th in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
The Hilltoppers rank 43rd in steals allowed per game (5.2) while the Huskies rank 135th (6.1).
Washington ranks 238th in three pointers attempted per game (19.5) while Western Kentucky ranks 313th (15.4).
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