The Boise State Broncos (4-5) will travel to Matthew Knight Arena to clash with the Oregon Ducks (6-3). The game starts at 9 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 15, 2018, and will air on Pac-12 Network.
Boise State Broncos vs. Oregon Ducks ATS Odds
In their last matchup, the Ducks dismantled the Portland State Vikings, 84-57, while the Broncos lost a close one to the Idaho State Bengals, 72-70.
The Ducks had a much better free throw rate (0.520 vs. 0.137) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.580 vs. 0.322). Boise State, on the other hand, had a better turnover percentage (11.1 vs. 15.3). Oregon received a boost from Bol Bol, who finished with 12 points and 12 rebounds. RJ Williams fueled Boise State with 15 points and six rebounds.
The Broncos won the lone contest between these two teams last season, 73-70. One of Boise State’s biggest strengths was getting to the free throw line. They made 25 trips to the line, while Oregon went just 10 times.
There’s a decent chance that Boise State struggles to create turnovers. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, Oregon ranks 97th in the nation at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 17.3 percent), while Boise State has forced the 59th-fewest turnovers (17.0 percent).
Boise State Broncos at Oregon Ducks Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Oregon, ATS Winner – Oregon, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Boise State averages 24.3 three pointers per game, which ranks 83rd in the country. Oregon ranks 271st in three pointers allowed per game (24.2).
- The Ducks rank 51st in assists per game (15.4) while the Broncos rank 94th in assists allowed per game (12.5).
- The Ducks rank 16th in blocks per game (4.4) while the Broncos rank 182nd (2.4).
- Boise State ranks 19th in rebounds allowed per game (30.5) while Oregon ranks 103rd (32.5).
