Missouri State vs Washington State Prediction College Basketball Picks 12/14/24

In this article, we will formulate a Missouri State vs Washington State Prediction for this college basketball game on Saturday,  December 14th, at the Beasley Coliseum.    To formulate this prediction, we will examine:

-The Bears’ recent form and recent player performance 

-The Cougars’ recent form and recent player performance

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Missouri State

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Washington State

-Recent betting trends in games played between Missouri State and Washington State

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for Today’s Game between the Bears and Cougars. 

Missouri State Fell Short

Missouri State in the last game faced off against Indiana State and they were competitive, but they ended up losing 80-77. In the second half, the defense gave up 44 points and that led to the defeat. Guard Dez White had a strong game putting up 30 points, five assists, and four rebounds. There were four different players that put up at least 11 points. Missouri State on the season is averaging 77 points while their defense is giving up 74 points per game. The offense is ranked 160th in the league while the defense is ranked 253rd. Guard Dez White is averaging 18.9 points while shooting 40.5 percent from the field. Missouri State will face UC Santa Barbara, Evansville, and Valparaiso following this one.

Washington State Looks for Third Straight Win

Washington State is playing well heading into this game and they have won two games in a row. In the last game against Boise State, it wasn’t the best game in the world, but they were able to secure the 74-69 victory. LeJaun Watts had a strong game putting up 20 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists. Overall this season, Washington State is averaging 81.2 points while their defense is giving up 73.5 points per game. The offense is ranked 74th in the league while the defense is ranked 24th. Cedric Coward who has been the highest scorer for this team is still out with a shoulder injury. 

Missouri State vs Washington State Prediction 

Give me Missouri State to keep this game close. Washington State is still without their top scorer and that is going to really hurt them here. Missouri State on the season is averaging 77 points and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. Washington State’s defense will be fine, but not elite, and that will be enough for Missouri State to cover the spread here. Back Missouri State against the spread. 

Shane Mickle's Pick: Missouri State +11