Washington State vs California Basketball Odds

The Cougars will play the Golden Bears on Saturday, January 20th, 2024. Your timezone's tip off time is 5:00 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.

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Key Matchup Stats

Looking into the second half of the 2023-24 college basketball season, Washington State and California are set to hit the hardwood on Saturday, January 20th, 2024. Luckily, we have some clear performance trends emerging now that each team has more than a dozen games under their belts. Use the following data to help analyze this matchup and to place an intelligent wager on its ultimate outcome.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - With the 2023-24 season in full stride, Washington State currently has a 99.00 conference power ranking, while the SportsBetting3.com conference power ranking for California is 95.33.
  • Away Washington State - Washington State starts this game with a 2-2 record as an away team, ranking them 2nd in the Pac-12 Conference for away team wins.
  • Home California - California meets Washington State boasting a 5-5 record as a home team. They currently rank 5th in the Pac-12 Conference for home team wins.
  • Conference Win Percentage - Washington State currently ranks 3rd (0.571) in the Pac-12 Conference, with California now standing 5th (0.286) for their conference win percentage in the 2023 Pac-12 Conference for the 2023-24 college basketball season.
  • Overall Win Percentage - Washington State has a 0.722 overall win percentage, with California, matching up with a 0.333 overall win percentage.
  • Team Records - Washington State currently possesses 13-5 regular season overall record. Meanwhile, California has tallied a 6-12 standing as the 2023-24 college basketball season continues to unfold.

Moneyline Mage

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Moneyline Mage
Moneyline Mage

Hold onto your wands, folks! It's time for an enchanting battle on the court. On Saturday, January 20th, 2024, the Washington State wizards with a 13-5 overall standing will face the California conjurers with a 6-12 overall standing in the 2023-24 college basketball season.

In the mystical realm of college basketball, conference records are as crucial as a spellbook to determine tournament seeds. Washington State, with a 4-3 Pac-12 Conference standing, aims to strengthen their position. Meanwhile, California is seeking redemption with their 2-5 Pac-12 Conference standing.

The wizards of Washington State have been on a spellbinding streak, winning their last 3 games. On the other hand, the conjurers of California have fallen under a curse, losing their last 2 battles. Will the wizards extend their enchanting streak, or can the conjurers break free from their hex?

Before making any wagers, review the tables below to find the best point spread, total, and moneylines for this game. Remember, you can bet on college basketball legally at BetRivers, BetMGM, and BetWay. For a glimpse into the future, we've also listed each team's futures odds and current standings below.

So gather 'round, dear fans, as the wizards clash with the conjurers in a mystical showdown. Who will cast the winning spell? Only time will reveal the answer on the court.

Best Cougars at Golden Bears Odds


Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

California
Favorite

Washington State
Washington State has a -2.5 -105 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. California has a +2.5 -115 point spread at BetMGM OH. California is the point spread underdog. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
BetMGM has the best over line of 145.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 145.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

California
Favorite

Washington State
Washington State is the -140 moneyline favorite. Risk $140 to win $100 on Washington State at BetMGM. California is the +115 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $115 on California. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Washington State vs California College Basketball game on Saturday, January 20th, 2024?

Washington State is a -2.5 -105 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while California is a +2.5 -115 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Washington State vs California College Basketball game on Saturday, January 20th, 2024?

The best over line is 145.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 145.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Washington State vs California College Basketball game on Saturday, January 20th, 2024?

Washington State is a -140 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and California is a +115 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

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College Basketball Odds and Outcomes Explained

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Washington State
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1/20/24 5:00pm EST
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Underdog California - California bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.

A +2.5 California underdog bet wins if they lose by 2 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 3 or more.

Favorite Washington State - Washington State bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.

A -2.5 Washington State favorite bet wins if they win by 3 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 2 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.

Washington State at California Prop Bets

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College Basketball Prop Bets
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Washington State
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First to 5 Points
1/20/24 5:00pm EST
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Washington State
California
First to 10 Points
1/20/24 5:00pm EST
-125-110Bet
Washington State
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First to 15 Points
1/20/24 5:00pm EST
-135-105Bet
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Game to Overtime
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Team Standings

2023-2024 College Basketball Regular Season Standings - Washington State, California
Team W-L Win% Home Away Conf CGB Conf% Strk
#23 Washington State25-100.71415-26-414-6+10.700L1
California13-190.40610-63-89-11+60.450L4

Washington State & California Futures Odds

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Washington State Championship Odds
2024-25 Washington State NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Odds

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California Championship Odds
2024-25 California NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Odds

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Washington State & California Team Pages

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How to Bet on the Game

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How to Bet on the Washington State vs California College Basketball Game

  1. Open a new sports betting account before game time.

    Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, January 20th, 2024 at 5:00 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.

  2. Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.

  3. Tap to the sportsbook's College Basketball page, look for the Washington State vs California Game.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's College Basketball page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Washington State vs California Game.

  4. Choose your bet and place a wager.

    Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.

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