College Basketball Predictions and Picks: Idaho State vs Arizona State

Idaho State travels to face Arizona State in a Tuesday night matchup, which brings the excitement of an underdog story as the Tigers aim to upset a Power 5 team on the road.

Here’s a breakdown of predictions and picks for this non-conference clash tipping off at 9:00PM ET on November 5, 2024!

Idaho State vs Arizona State Game Details

Date: Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Time: 9:00 PM ET
Broadcast: ESPN+
Location: Desert Financial Arena, Tempe, AZ
Spread: Arizona State -17.5 | Total: 142.5

Idaho State vs Arizona State Preview

It’s always tough to get a read on preseason college basketball exhibitions. Some teams are very public about them, while others do everything behind a curtain.

One of the biggest headlines of the preseason cycle came from Arizona State where the Sun Devils lost 103-47 to Duke.

Bobby Hurley may have his work cut out for him in Tempe after Arizona State lost 13 of its final 17 games a year ago.

The Sun Devils’ offense was No. 218 in efficiency, No. 299 in effective field goal shooting, No. 331 in three-point shooting, No. 346 in free throw shooting and No. 351 in offensive rebounding rate.

Idaho State vs Arizona State Prediction

Arizona State did not win a single game by more than 18 points last season, so oddsmakers are asking the Sun Devils to do something they have not done in quite a while.

Five of their 14 wins came by one possession. Idaho State was No. 340 in adjusted tempo last season, using 20.4 seconds per possession on offense (even slower than North Texas!).

It’s going to be hard for Arizona State to create the necessary margin in this matchup. Idaho State added Washington State transfer Dylan Darling to the lineup, which should improve the Bengals’ offense.

Idaho State vs Arizona State Prediction: Idaho State +17.5

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