Washington Huskies vs. Arizona State Sun Devils Betting Prediction 02/09/19

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The Washington Huskies (19-4, 10-0 Pac-12) travel to Wells-Fargo Arena to challenge the Arizona State Sun Devils (15-7, 6-4 Pac-12). The Huskies look to extend their 12-game winning streak. The game starts at 10 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 9, 2019, and will air on ESPN.

Washington Huskies vs. Arizona State Sun Devils Betting Odds

In their last outing, the Sun Devils lost big to the Washington State Cougars, 91-70, while the Huskies were victorious over the Arizona Wildcats, 67-60.

Washington’s 0.582 effective field goal percentage was their biggest advantage over Arizona, who had a rate of 0.415. The Huskies’ mark was above their season average of 0.533, while the Wildcats’ was below their season average of 0.495. Arizona State, meanwhile, forced Washington State into a turnover percentage of 20.3 (above their season average of 15.9). Arizona State was led by Luguentz Dort, who recorded 22 points. Meanwhile, Matisse Thybulle played well for Washington, finishing with 15 points, five steals and five blocks.

The Huskies won the only game between these two teams last year, 68-64. The Huskies’ 33.3 offensive rebounding percentage was their largest advantage over the Sun Devils, who had a mark of 24.2. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.

Conflicting tempos will be on display in this matchup. Arizona State likes to play fast (34th in possessions per game), while Washington is more half-court-oriented (303rd in possessions per game).

Washington Huskies at Arizona State Sun Devils ATS Pick

Free Pick: SU Winner – Washington, ATS Winner – Washington, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Washington ranks 28th in three pointers allowed per game (19.0) while Arizona State ranks 270th (26.6).
  • The Huskies rank 14th in steals per game (8.8) while the Sun Devils rank 119th in steals allowed per game (6.4).
  • Arizona State averages 14.2 assists per game, which ranks 105th in the country. Washington ranks 117th in assists allowed per game (12.8).
  • The Sun Devils rank fifth in rebounds per game (42.2) while the Huskies rank 236th (33.2).
  • Washington ranks second in blocks per game (6.2) while Arizona State ranks 120th (3.1).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Sun Devils have scored an average of 78.8 points per game (3.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 77.0 points per game (6.3 above their season average).
  • The Huskies’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 9.8, up from 8.1 for the season.