A five-game home winning streak is on the line for the 23rd-ranked Washington Huskies (5-1) when they welcome the South Dakota Coyotes (6-2) to Alaska Airlines Arena. Action begins at 10:30 p.m. ET on Monday, December 2, 2019.
South Dakota Coyotes at Washington Huskies Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Huskies won big over the San Diego Toreros, 88-69, while the Coyotes were beaten by the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks, 76-72.
Washington dominated every stat category in the contest. They had a free throw rate of 0.263 (matching their season average) and a turnover percentage of 12.9 (better than their season average of 19.8). San Diego was 0.138 and 16.9, respectively, for those same stats. South Dakota, meanwhile, held Northern Arizona to an effective field goal percentage of 0.500 (below their season average of 0.553). Isaiah Stewart had a good outing for Washington, finishing with 25 points and seven rebounds. Meanwhile, Stanley Umude played a key role for South Dakota with 18 points and 14 rebounds.
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when a pair of the country’s slowest-paced teams clash. Washington ranks 290th in possessions per game (67.1) and South Dakota is 277th (67.5) dating back to last season. Moreover, the Coyotes rank 29th in turnover percentage (16.4 percent), while the Huskies rank 10th in opponents’ turnover percentage (24.2 percent).
South Dakota vs. Washington Betting Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Washington, ATS Winner – South Dakota, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Washington ranks second in blocks per game (5.8) while South Dakota ranks 256th (2.3).
- The Huskies allow the 30th-fewest three pointers per game (19.4) while the Coyotes rank 46th (19.8).
- South Dakota ranks 294th in rebounds per game (32.0) while Washington ranks 300th (31.9).
- The Huskies rank 11th in steals per game (8.9) while the Coyotes rank 256th (5.2).
- South Dakota ranks 50th in assists allowed per game (11.3) while Washington ranks 213th (13.5).