Oregon State (13-5) vs Gonzaga (14-4)
Game Info: Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 11:00 pm (Gill Coliseum)
Betting Odds: Oregon State +9 -- Over/Under: 150.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: CBSSN
In this article, we will formulate an Oregon State vs Gonzaga Prediction for this college basketball game on Thursday, January 16th, at the Gill Coliseum. Let’s take a look at an Oregon State Beavers vs Gonzaga Bulldogs Pick.
Can Oregon State Build on the Last Game?
Oregon State in the last game faced off against Pacific and they were able to secure the 91-55 victory. At halftime, they were up 45-30 and in the second half, they ended up cruising to the victory. Parsa Fallah had a strong game putting up 25 points and five rebounds. Nate Kingz also put up 20 points, two rebounds, and two assists. Two games ago on the road against Santa Clara, they were competitive but ended up losing 82-81.
Oregon State comes into this game with a 13-5 record overall and they have gone 12-4 against the spread. The over has hit in 9 of the 16 games they have played so far this season. Oregon State is averaging 77.2 points while their defense is giving up 63.2 points per game. The offense is ranked 126th in the league while the defense is ranked 17th in the league. Michael Rataj has been the top player averaging 12.2 points while shooting 48.4 percent from the field.
Another Test for Gonzaga
Gonzaga is coming off another win in the last game and this is another test for them. Gonzaga in the last game faced off against Washington State and they scored 88 points and they ended up winning by 13 points. Gonzaga shot 55.7 percent from the field and 47.6 percent from behind the three-point line. They had 13 free throw attempts and they had 10 free throw attempts. Graham Ike had a strong game putting up 21 points, five rebounds, and three assists.
Gonzaga comes into the game with a 14-4 record overall, and they have gone 7-11 against the spread. Gonzaga is averaging 87.8 points while their defense is giving up 69.6 points per game. The offense is ranked 4th in the league while the defense is 123rd. The top player for Gonzaga all season has been Graham Ike and he is averaging 16.6 points while shooting 58.2 percent from the field and 43.8 percent from the field.
Why Gonzaga Will Beat Oregon State
- Gonzaga has won 23 of its last 24 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Oregon State has lost nine of its last 10 night games against AP-ranked opponents.
- Oregon State has lost the first half in each of its last eight night games against AP-ranked opponents.
Oregon State vs Gonzaga Prediction
Away from home this season Gonzaga is 3-0 and they are going to find success again in this game. Gonzaga overall this season is averaging 87.8 points and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. Oregon State’s defense overall this season is giving up 63.2 points per game, but they aren’t going to be as good here. Oregon State’s offense is going to have no answer, and Gonzaga is going to cover the spread here.
Shane’s Pick Gonzaga -9
AUTHOR: Shane Mickle
