Washington State vs California Prediction, Odds & Best Bets Today – NCAAB, Jan. 20

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California forward Grant Newell (14) looks down the court against UCLA during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Allison Dinner)
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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Jan 20, 2024, 11:59 AM
  • Washington State (8-10) is a -2.5 point favorite vs California (9-9)
  • Total (Over/Under): 145.5 points
  • Washington State / California TV channel: PAC12

The Washington State Cougars (8-10) visit Haas Pavilion to take on the California Golden Bears (9-9) on Jan. 20. Tip off is scheduled for 5:00pm EST in Berkeley, CA.

Washington State is the betting favorite in this game, with the spread sitting at -2.5 (-105).

The Washington State vs. California Over/Under is 145.5 total points.

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Washington State vs. California Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Washington State-2.5 -105O 145.5 -110-140
California +2.5 -115U 145.5 -110+115

Washington State vs California Prediction for Today:

The winning team model predicts Washington State will win this college basketball game with 54.5% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, key player performances and recent matchups.

Washington State vs California Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the spread model predicts California will cover the spread with 55.8% confidence for today’s game.


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  • Washington State has hit the Moneyline in 18 of their last 29 games (+6.65 Units / 6% ROI)
  • Washington State has hit the Team Total Over in 19 of their last 32 games (+4.45 Units / 12% ROI)
  • Washington State have covered the 1H Spread in 18 of their last 32 games (+3.00 Units / 8% ROI)
  • Washington State has hit the 1H Moneyline in 18 of their last 32 games (+0.55 Units / 0% ROI)
  • Washington State has hit the Game Total Under in 7 of their last 13 away games (+0.40 Units / 3% ROI)
  • California has hit the Team Total Over in 17 of their last 31 games (+1.65 Units / 5% ROI)
  • California has hit the 1H Game Total Over in 9 of their last 16 games at home (+1.00 Units / 5% ROI)
  • California has hit the Game Total Over in 16 of their last 31 games (+0.60 Units / 2% ROI)

Washington State Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Washington State has a 8-10 record against the spread this college basketball season (-3 Units / -15.15% ROI).

  • 10-5 when betting on the Moneyline for +7.65 Units / 12.27% ROI
  • 8-9 when betting the Over for -1.9 Units / -9.6% ROI
  • 9-8 when betting the Under for +0.2 Units / 1.01% ROI

California Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

California has a 8-9 record against the spread this college basketball season (-1.85 Units / -9.37% ROI).

  • 7-10 when betting on the Moneyline for -12.9 Units / -29.42% ROI
  • 11-6 when betting the Over for +4.4 Units / 22.34% ROI
  • 6-11 when betting the Under for -6.15 Units / -30.9% ROI

Washington State Offensive Stats & Trends:

Washington State is shooting 48% (503/1,054) this season — tied for 33rd best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 45%

Washington State is shooting 48% (503/1,054) this season — 4th best among Pac 12 Teams; League Avg: 46%

Washington State has averaged 10.8 turnovers per game (194 turnovers/18 games) this season — 2nd best among Pac 12 Teams; League Avg: 12.2

Washington State has made 180 three-pointers on the road since the start of the 2022-23 season — most among Pac 12 Teams

California Offensive Stats & Trends:

California has averaged 64.4 points per game (1,933 points/30 games) at home since the start of the 2022-23 season — lowest among Pac 12 Teams; League Avg: 74.7

California has averaged 1.15 points per shot (3,184 points/2,767 shots) since the start of the 2022-23 season — lowest among Pac 12 Teams; League Avg: 1.24

California has averaged 1.15 points per shot (3,184 points/2,767 shots) since the start of the 2022-23 season — 2nd lowest among Power Conference teams; League Avg: 1.26

California is shooting 42% (673/1,617) at home since the start of the 2022-23 season — lowest among Pac 12 Teams; League Avg: 46%

Washington State Defensive Stats & Trends:

Washington State has allowed opponents to shoot 40% (200/506) in the second half this season — best among Pac 12 Teams; League Avg: 44%

Washington State has averaged 5.1 steals per game (267 steals/52 games) since the start of the 2022-23 season — tied for lowest among Pac 12 Teams; League Avg: 6.4

Washington State has averaged 5.7 steals per game (102 steals/18 games) this season — tied for 3rd lowest among Pac 12 Teams; League Avg: 6.7

Washington State has averaged 5.9 steals per game (171 steals/29 games) at home since the start of the 2022-23 season — tied for 4th lowest among Pac 12 Teams; League Avg: 6.6

California Defensive Stats & Trends:

California has allowed an average of 1.23 points per shot (2,076 points/1,682 shots) at home since the start of the 2022-23 season — highest among Pac 12 Teams; League Avg: 1.13

California has allowed an average of 1.27 points per shot (3,586 points/2,827 shots) since the start of the 2022-23 season — highest among Pac 12 Teams; League Avg: 1.17

California has averaged 5.2 steals per game (155 steals/30 games) at home since the start of the 2022-23 season — lowest among Pac 12 Teams; League Avg: 6.6

California has forced 10.4 turnovers per game (312 turnovers/30 games) on the road since the start of the 2022-23 season — lowest among Pac 12 Teams; League Avg: 12.7


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