Free NCAA Tournament Hoops Pick: Drake vs. Cougars CBB Odds
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NCAA Tournament Handicapping Analysis:
(28-6) Drake Bulldogs vs. Washington State Cougars (23-8)
Date: Thursday, March 21st
Time: 10:05 PM EST
Venue: CHI Health Center Omaha, Washington State, NE
NCAA Tournament Betting ATS Odds: Drake +1 | Cougars -1 (Bet Now!)
CBB Moneyline Odds: Cougars -110 | Drake -110
CBB Total: O/U 138.5
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This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 138.5 points, and Washington State is favored by -1 vs. Drake.
Bulldogs vs. Cougars ATS
Drake’s ATS record this season is 18-15, including a 5-9 mark on the road. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Bulldogs have gone 5-5 vs. the spread.
Washington State has an ATS record of 17-16-1 this season, including an 11-12 mark at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Cougars have gone 6-4 vs. the spread.
Drake Bulldogs
Drake enters this game as the underdog, which has been a role they have thrived in this season. They have gone 3-1 as the underdog compared to 24-5 when they are favored. Overall, they have a record of 28-6, including a perfect 19-0 mark at home.
On the road, they have gone 8-6, compared to their +16.3 point differential at home. They have won their last two road games and have gone 4-1 in their last five.
This season, the over/under record for Drake games is 18-15 and today’s line of 138.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (145.4). In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 146 points.
Drake Bulldogs Stats
In their most recent game, the Bulldogs’ offense tallied 84 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 80.5 points per game. Offensively, the Bulldogs hold a season-long field goal percentage of 47%, placing them 51st in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 98th in terms of percentage and 65th in three-pointers made.
On the defensive side, Drake is currently hovering around the NCAA’s average for points allowed, conceding an average of 70.5 points per game. Against Indiana State in their most recent game, the Drake defense gave up a total of 80 points while allowing Indiana State to hit 52% of their shots.
Washington State Cougars
Washington State will be looking to get back on track after losing two straight games as they get set to take on Drake. The Cougars have been much better at home this season, going 17-6 compared to 7-4 on the road.
Overall, Washington State has gone 23-8 this season, including an impressive 8-0 mark in non-conference play. They have been the favorite in 23 of their 31 games, going 18-5 in those contests.
Washington State’s over/under record this season is 14-20 and today’s line of 138.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games (141.5). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 130 points and their OU record during this stretch is 0-3. For the season, 15 of their games have finished with more points than today’s line.
Washington State Cougars Stats
The Washington State offense is coming off a game where they scored 52 points against Colorado. They posted a field goal percentage of 42.3% and connected on 4 threes. In terms of offense, the Cougars have a season-long field goal percentage of 46%, putting them 94th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 239th in percentage and 291st in three-pointers made.
The Cougars’ defense is presently ranked 43rd nationally, allowing an average of 66.6 points per contest. Against Colorado in their most recent game, the Washington State defense gave up a total of 58 points while allowing Colorado to hit 42% of their shots.
NCAA Stats
Stat | DRAKE | WASHST |
---|---|---|
Points Per Game | 80.5 (44th) | 74.3 (199th) |
FG % | 47% (51st) | 46% (94th) |
3 Point FG% | 36% (98th) | 34% (239th) |
3 Point Attempts | 23.6 (105th) | 18.8 (302nd) |
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Drake Bulldogs vs. Washington State Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Trends
- The Bulldogs are 3-2 in their last five games as an underdog.
- Conversely, the Cougars are 2-3 ATS in their last five games as a favorite.
- Also, the Bulldogs are 4-6 ATS in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the Cougars have gone 6-3-1 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Bulldogs’ last 3 road games, the over/under record is 3-0.
- The Cougars’ have an over/under record of 0-3 in their last 3 games at home.
NCAA Basketball Betting – 4* Drake Bulldogs vs. Washington State Cougars Free Pick: Washington State -1
For today’s matchup we are recommending to take the Cougars to secure the win, with an expected final score of 76-70. When it comes to the spread, we believe they’ll cover at -1.
Right now, the over/under line for the game is sitting at 138.5 and given that our model is projecting 146 points between the teams, we like the over.
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