Gonzaga vs Washington State Prediction & Betting Pick | College Basketball January 15, 2026

📅 Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026
🕖 Time: 10:00 PM EST
🏟️ Venue: Beasley Coliseum - Pullman, WA

Gonzaga rolls into Pullman as one of the country’s most efficient offenses. They’re averaging north of 90 points and shooting over 50% as a team, which isn’t luck — it’s structure, spacing and consistent ball movement that creates high‑quality looks every possession.

Defensively the Bulldogs aren’t a one‑way unit either. Holding opponents under 68 points on average, they turn steals and blocks into transition points and force teams into uncomfortable, rushed possessions. That two‑way balance is why they’ve been able to pile up wins and cover big spreads.

Washington State is a different animal. They’re competitive at home but inconsistent overall, sitting 8‑10 and splitting recent games. Their offense can score, but they don’t move the ball well — just over a dozen assists per game — which makes them vulnerable to teams that rotate and close passing lanes.

The glass is another clear edge for Gonzaga. The Bulldogs rebound at a high clip and convert second chances; Washington State is giving up nearly seven more rebounds per game. Those extra possessions turn into points and, crucially, into momentum swings that favor the visitors.

Gonzaga’s assist numbers tell the story of how they score: almost 20 dimes a night. That ball movement exposes defensive gaps and creates open threes and layups. Washington State’s defensive activity — fewer steals and blocks — means they’ll struggle to disrupt that rhythm consistently.

Tempo matters here. Gonzaga controls pace and can speed the game up when they want; Washington State needs to slow things down to keep this close. Given the Bulldogs’ ability to score in bunches, forcing a slower game is easier said than done for the Cougars.

Matchups on the perimeter and in the paint both tilt toward Gonzaga. Their wings and bigs can both finish and create, while Washington State lacks the same two‑way depth. Over the course of 40 minutes that depth compounds into a sizable scoring gap.

Public perception will favor the home team’s effort, but not necessarily the matchup. Pullman is a tough place to play, yet Gonzaga has the offensive tools and defensive discipline to neutralize the crowd and extend leads quickly once they find a rhythm.

This spread reflects more than reputation — it’s a projection based on efficiency, rebounding and ball movement. Gonzaga has shown the ability to pull away from mid‑level conference opponents; Washington State’s inconsistencies make a big cover unlikely for the home side.

📌 Official Pick
Gonzaga -17.5 -110 — expect the Bulldogs to control tempo, win the battle on the glass, and turn defensive stops into easy offense. Play it with a sensible stake and anticipate a decisive road performance.

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