Jan 28, 2025; Spokane, Washington, USA; Oregon State Beavers guard Josiah Lake II (2) rebounds the ball against Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Braden Huff (34) in the second half at McCarthey Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
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Oregon State vs San Diego Prediction 1/31/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

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MATCHUP Oregon State Beavers San Diego Toreros
Team Records 11-12 10-13
Where Jenny Craig Pavilion, San Diego, CA
When Saturday, January 31, 2026
Time 06:00 PM EST
TV ESPN+

In this article we will formulate an Oregon State vs San Diego prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, January 31st at the Jenny Craig Pavilion in San Diego, California. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Oregon State Beavers Betting Preview

The Oregon State Beavers are 11-12 (4-6) this year after they defeated Loyola Marymount by a score of 72-69 in their last game. Oregon State led 40-36 at halftime, but they were outscored 33-32 in the second half in the win. The Beavers shot 49% from the field, 41% on three pointers, and 79% on free throws in the game. Josiah Lake II led Oregon State with 13 points and five rebounds, while Dez White added 11 points and four rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, Oregon State lost to St. Mary’s by a score of 81-51 and Pacific by a score of 81-64. The Beavers have scored 70.1 points per game with 31.3 rebounds and 12.8 assists per game, while they have allowed 74.5 points against per game this season. Josiah Lake II is averaging 13.2 points and 4.2 rebounds per game, while Dez White is averaging 9.9 points and 3.0 rebounds per game for the Beavers. Oregon State is shooting 42.3% from the field, 78.0% on free throws, and 34.2% on three pointers this year. 

San Diego Toreros Betting Preview

The San Diego Toreros are 10-13 (4-6) this season after they defeated Pepperdine in overtime by a score of 92-88 in their last game. San Diego trailed 38-33 at halftime, but they scored 42 points in the second half and 17 in overtime for the win. The Toreros shot 42% from the field, 34% on three pointers, and 88% on free throws in the game. Assane Diop led SD with 21 points and 17 rebounds, while Toneari Lane added 21 points and one assist in the win. 

Prior to that game, San Diego lost to Santa Clara by a score of 85-73, but did beat Washington State by a score of 96-92 before that. The Toreros have scored 76.8 points per game with 32.4 rebounds and 16.1 assists per game, while they have allowed 78.1 points against per game this season. Ty-Laur Johnson is averaging 16.0 points and 4.6 assists per game, while Toneari Lane is averaging 10.6 points and 2.0 rebounds per game for the Toreros. San Diego is shooting 44.6% from the field, 77.2% on free throws, and 34.6% on three pointers this season. 

Why the San Diego Toreros will win

  • Oregon State has lost each of its last four day games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
  • San Diego has won five of its last six games at Jenny Craig Pavilion against non-AP-ranked opponents.
  • San Diego has won the first half in each of its last four day games at Jenny Craig Pavilion against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Why the Oregon State Beavers will win

  • San Diego has lost 10 of its last 12 home day games against the West Coast Conference.

Total Points Facts

  • Sixteen of San Diego’s last 18 home day games against the West Coast Conference have produced a total of 147 or fewer points.
  • Eight of Oregon State’s last nine games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 148 or fewer points.

Oregon State vs San Diego Prediction 

San Diego comes into this matchup after winning three of their last four games, but they have allowed at least 85 points in three straight. The Toreros are shooting 45% from the field and they have scored at least 92 points in three of their last four. Oregon State has lost two of their last three games and they have allowed 81 points or more in three of their last five. These teams are pretty evenly matched, so I will take the better offensive team at home. Take San Diego here.

David Racey's Pick: San Diego ML

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