South Dakota State (7-3) vs Eastern Washington (2-7)
Game Info: Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 8:00 pm (First Bank & Trust Arena)
Betting Odds: South Dakota State -9.5 / Eastern Washington +9.5 --- Over/Under: Click Here for the Latest Odds
The Eastern Washington Eagles and South Dakota State Jackrabbits meet Saturday in college basketball action at the First Bank & Trust Arena. Here’s an Eastern Washington vs South Dakota State Prediction. This article will include an Eastern Washington vs South Dakota State Pick.
Eastern Washington Eagles Betting Preview
The Eastern Washington Eagles lost to Utah, beat North Dakota, and they play Washington, Montana, and Montana State next. The Eastern Washington Eagles are averaging 73 points on 45.3 percent shooting and allowing 82.3 points on 50.3 percent shooting. Andrew Cook is averaging 17.2 points and 2.2 assists, while Nic McClain is averaging 16.1 points and 5.1 rebounds. Mason Williams is the third double-digit scorer and Sebastian Hartmann is grabbing 5 rebounds. The Eastern Washington Eagles are shooting 34.5 percent from beyond the arc and 75.3 percent from the free throw line. The Eastern Washington Eagles are allowing 41.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 30.3 rebounds per game.
South Dakota State Jackrabbits Betting Preview
The South Dakota State Jackrabbits beat Missouri State, lost to Montana, and they play Nevada, Colorado, and Alabama next. The South Dakota State Jackrabbits are averaging 79.2 points on 48.4 percent shooting and allowing 67.8 points on 39 percent shooting. Oscar Cluff is averaging 18.3 points and 11.8 rebounds, while Joe Sayler is averaging 11.9 points and 2.8 rebounds. Kalen Garry is the third double-digit scorer and Matthew Mors is grabbing 3 rebounds. The South Dakota State Jackrabbits are shooting 32.7 percent from beyond the arc and 75.1 percent from the free throw line. The South Dakota State Jackrabbits are allowing 32.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 38.1 rebounds per game.
Why the South Dakota State Jackrabbits will win
- South Dakota State has won each of its last eight games at First Bank and Trust Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Eastern Washington has lost six of its last seven games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- South Dakota State has won the first half in eight of its last nine night games at First Bank and Trust Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of South Dakota State's last six games against the Big Sky Conference Conference have produced a total of 153 or fewer points.
- Four of Eastern Washington's last five night games have produced a total of 161+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- South Dakota State ranks 38th among Division 1 teams for rebounds per game this season (40.8).
- South Dakota State ranks T40th among Division 1 teams for opponent rebounds per game this season (31.0).
Eastern Washington vs South Dakota State Prediction
The Eastern Washington Eagles haven't had the easiest schedule in the world, but they also haven't played much defense, and they've failed to cover 7 of their last 10 games. Hard to show Eastern Washington much love in the betting market. The South Dakota State Jackrabbits have the offensive horses to add to the Eagles' defensive struggles, and they've covered 4 of their last 5 games. Oddsmakers are telling you what to think of Eastern Washington with this line. Give me the Jackrabbits.
Randy’s Pick South Dakota State -9.5
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers
