A six-game home winning streak hangs in the balance for the 22nd-ranked Washington Huskies (6-1) when they meet the Eastern Washington Eagles (4-2) at Alaska Airlines Arena. The game is scheduled to start at 10 p.m. ET on Wednesday, December 4, 2019.
Eastern Washington Eagles vs. Washington Huskies Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Huskies dismantled the South Dakota Coyotes 75-55, while the Eagles defeated the Belmont Bruins 87-82.
The Eagles knocked down 13 of their 17 free throws (76.5 percent), while the Bruins had a turnover percentage of 20.1 (above their season average of 13.3). Meanwhile, Washington’s 0.298 free throw rate was their biggest strength over South Dakota, who had a mark of 0.108. The Huskies’ mark was above their season average of 0.264, while the Coyotes’ was below their season average of 0.288. Isaiah Stewart played well for Washington, putting up 16 points and 15 rebounds. Eastern Washington received a boost from Kim Aiken Jr., who recorded 11 points and 11 rebounds.
The Huskies won the only game between these two teams last season, 83-59. One of Washington’s biggest strengths was getting to the charity stripe. They made 27 trips to the line, while Eastern Washington went just 14 times.
From an effective field goal percentage perspective, Washington should have a considerable advantage. Since the 2018-19 season, the Huskies defense ranks 45th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.469), while the Eastern Washington offense ranks 173rd in effective field goal percentage (0.508). Also, the Eagles rank 59th in turnover percentage (17.0 percent), while the Huskies rank 14th in opponents’ turnover percentage (24.0 percent).
Eastern Washington vs. Washington Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Washington, ATS Winner – Eastern Washington, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Eastern Washington ranks 33rd in three pointers attempted per game (26.8) while Washington ranks 229th (20.8).
- The Huskies average 8.8 steals per game, which ranks 14th in the NCAA. The Eagles rank 148th in steals allowed per game (6.2).
- Eastern Washington ranks 158th in rebounds per game (35.5) while Washington ranks 289th (32.1).
- The Huskies rank third in blocks per game (5.8) while the Eagles rank 180th (3.0).
- Eastern Washington ranks 106th in assists per game (14.1) while Washington ranks 256th (12.0).