Wyoming vs. Boise State Predictions, Odds, College Basketball Picks

These two teams are polar opposites. Wyoming is one of the worst teams in the Mountain West, while Boise State is arguably the best team in the conference. It’s time to continue our college basketball odds series with the Wyoming-Boise State prediction and selection.

Wyoming is 9-7 this season, with notable wins against Tulane and Nevada. They have already lost to Texas Tech, Utah State, BIU, Boise State once before, and New Mexico. Obi Aghim is the biggest key player for the Cowboys this season as he keeps this team going on offense. This could be a huge game for the Cowboys on the road against a team as good as Boise State.

Boise State is 12-5, with notable wins against Clemson, Saint Mary’s and UNLV. They also have big losses against Washington, San Diego State and Utah State. Tyson Degenhart is a big key for the Broncos this season on offense, and if he gets going, the Broncos will be hard to stop at home. Degenhart is a key player in this home matchup against the Cowboys after being red hot in their last game.

Here’s Wyoming-Boise State College basketball oddscourtesy of FanDuel

College Basketball Odds: Wyoming-Boys State Odds

Wyoming: +14.5 (-102)

Moneiline: +920

Boise State: -14.5 (-120)

Moneiline: -1800

Over: 134.5 (-110)

Under: 134.5 (-110)

How to watch Wyoming vs. Boise State

Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00 PM PT

TV: Mountain West Network

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Why Wyoming will cover the spread/win

Wyoming’s offense has struggled this year. They score 70.7 points per game, have a field goal percentage of 45.9%, and have a three-point percentage of 36.4%. Only one Cowboys player is averaging in double figures this season, and Obi Aghim leads the way with 18.5 points per game. Aghim also leads the team with 3.4 assists per game. This offense has struggled all year and didn’t get a great matchup against Boise State. The Broncos are one of the better defenses in the Mountain West and should be able to shut down Wyoming. They’ve done it once before, and the trip to Boise State is only going to get tougher for Wyoming.

Wyoming’s defense has been at its best this season, but has been largely inconsistent. They allow 69.6 points per game, 43.1% from the field and 35.5% from behind the arc. Then, Jordan Nesbitt was the best rebounder this season, with 7.8 per game. Then Scotty Ebube also leads the team in blocks with 0.6 per game. Finally, Aghim leads the team in steals with one per game. Wyoming has a solid defense, but this matchup against Boise State is very different, and the Broncos should have success against the Cowboys in this game.

Why Boise State will cover the spread/win

Boise State’s offense has played very well this season. They score 77.7 points per game, have a 47.4% field goal percentage and a 31.6% three-point shooting percentage. Four Broncos are averaging more than double figures, with Tyson Degenhart leading the way with 17.9 points per game. Next, Alvaro Cardenas leads the team in assists with 6.8 per game. The Broncos are playing great and efficient offensively this year. They should be able to score against Wyoming in the home game in Boise. By comparison, the Broncos played well enough to win, but struggled to be effective in Game 1, scoring just 67 points on 45.7% field goal percentage.

Boise State’s defense has played well this year. They allow 66.8 points per game, 42.8% from the field and 33.6% from behind the arc. Low, O’Mar Stanley leads the team in rebounds with 6.2 per game and blocks per game with 1.1. Degenhart is right behind Stanley at a low 6.1. Finally, Alvaro Cardenas leads the team in steals with 1.5 per game. Boise State has the defense to shut down Wyoming, and they proved that once already in Laramie. This is a bad matchup for a Wyoming offense that hasn’t played well this season and where Boise State should win easily.

Wyoming-Boise State final forecast and selection

Boise State is the better team in this game. They already beat Wyoming on the road and should win easily. Tyson Degenhart is the best player in this game, and after 22 points against Utah State, he should score easily. I think this is a terrible matchup for the Cowboys, and Boise State should not only win, but win this home game easily to stay near the top of the Mountain West.

Wyoming-Boise State Final Prediction and Pick: Boise State -14.5 (-120)