Fri Feb 07 05:30:00 UTC 2025: **Washington State Cougars Expected to Upset Oregon State Beavers in Close Contest**

CORVALLIS, OR – The Washington State Cougars are predicted to pull off an upset against the favored Oregon State Beavers in their upcoming college basketball game on February 6th, 2025, at 11 p.m. ET on ESPN2. Despite Oregon State being favored by 6.5 points, sports analyst Tanner McGrath is predicting a Washington State victory, suggesting a bet on the Cougars with a point spread of +7.5.

McGrath’s analysis highlights the Cougars’ need for a win after a four-game losing streak, and Oregon State’s own recent defeat by Gonzaga. While acknowledging Oregon State’s strong zone-press defense, McGrath points to Washington State’s potent press offense and elite post-up players, LeJuan Watts, Dane Erikstrup, and Ethan Price, as key factors that could neutralize the Beavers’ defense. He also notes Washington State’s ability to effectively counter Oregon State’s post-heavy offense.

Although acknowledging conflicting factors, McGrath believes the current point spread is too high, citing projection models that place Oregon State’s advantage closer to five or six points. He concludes that Washington State’s offensive and defensive capabilities make them a strong contender for the upset, despite the challenging environment in Corvallis. The game’s total points over/under is set at 145.5.

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