BYU Cougars vs Utah Running Utes Betting Picks & Predictions
The upcoming basketball game between the Utah Utes and the BYU Cougars on Saturday is expected to be a closely contested matchup. Last season, Utah emerged victorious with a
Game outlook
The upcoming basketball game between the Utah Utes and the BYU Cougars on Saturday is expected to be a closely contested matchup. Last season, Utah emerged victorious with a 73-69 win over BYU. Historically, both teams have had success in this rivalry, with each team winning five of the last 10 meetings. BYU currently holds a 6-4 advantage against the spread in those games. The Cougars are the favored team in this upcoming game, opening at -1. The betting line has remained steady leading up to the matchup.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Cougars -115 | Running Utes -105
Spread: Cougars -1 (-110) | Running Utes +1 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 151 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that BYU will win straight-up is 53%.
BYU Cougars
BYU Cougars are currently 43rd overall in the KenPom ratings, with a balanced team that excels in offensive efficiency, ranking 27th, and defensive efficiency, ranking 81st. They have faced a strength of schedule ranked 180th and maintain a tempo rating of 204th. The team averages 80.8 points per game, with 10.5 three-pointers made per game. Leading scorer Richie Saunders averages 13.7 points per game, while newcomer Keba Keita contributes 6.8 points and 8.5 rebounds per game. In their recent game against Oklahoma State, the Cougars emerged victorious with a final score of 85-69, shooting 52% from the field and 43% from three-point range. Overall, BYU is ranked 61st in offense and 57th in defense, with stats including shooting 47.92% from the field and 35.97% from three-point range. They average 39.69 rebounds per game and have 17.19 offensive assists along with 12.00 turnovers per game. Defensively, they allow their opponents to shoot 41.43% from the field and 35.35% from beyond the arc.