NEWSLETTER
The California Golden Bears (3-28, 2-18 Pac-12) will try to end a 15-game losing streak when they hit the road to play the Washington State Cougars (16-15, 11-9 Pac-12) on March 8, 2023 at T-Mobile Arena.
In its most recent game, Washington State defeated Washington on Thursday, 93-84. TJ Bamba scored a team-high 36 points (and contributed two assists and two boards). In its previous game, Cal fell to Oregon State on Saturday, 69-66. Its leading scorer was Joel Brown with 22 points.
When is Washington State vs. Cal and when does it start?
This contest between the Cougars and Golden Bears will begin on Wednesday, March 8, 2023. Be ready to see the opening tip at 5:30 PM ET.
Where to Watch Washington State vs. Cal
The Cougars and Golden Bears will take to the floor at T-Mobile Arena for this matchup on March 8, and if you would like to catch the game live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on P12.
Washington State Cougars vs. California Golden Bears Game Preview
Washington State Stats, Odds & Insights
Washington State has a +84 scoring differential, topping opponents by 2.7 points per game. It is putting up 68.1 points per game to rank 277th in college basketball and is allowing 65.4 per outing to rank 48th in college basketball.
The Cougars are averaging 68.1 points, just 2.0 fewer than the 70.1 the Golden Bears allow.
Washington State makes 9.0 three-pointers per game (38th in college basketball), 3.3 more than its opponents (5.7).
The Cougars are scoring 70.9 points per game this season when playing at home, which is 4.8 more points than they’re averaging away from home (66.1).
In its last 10 games, Washington State has been scoring 68.2 points per game, an average that’s a little higher than the 68.1 it has scored over the course of the 2022-23 season.
Cal Stats, Odds & Insights
Cal has a -360 scoring differential, falling short by 11.6 points per game. It is putting up 58.5 points per game, 363rd in college basketball, and is giving up 70.1 per contest to rank 182nd in college basketball.
The Golden Bears average 58.5 points, 6.9 fewer than the Cougars allow.
Cal makes 4.9 three-pointers per game (354th in college basketball) while shooting 30.1% from beyond the arc (347th in college basketball). It is making 2.2 fewer threes than its opponents, who drain 7.1 per game at 33.3%.
The Golden Bears are scoring more points at home (60.5 per game) than on the road (56.6).
Over its last 10 games, Cal is scoring 54.9 points per contest, compared to its season average of 58.5.
Cougars Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elijah Harkless | 1 | 20.0 | 4.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 2.0 |
| TJ Bamba | 28 | 15.7 | 3.7 | 1.5 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 1.7 |
| Mouhamed Gueye | 31 | 14.5 | 8.6 | 1.9 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.3 |
| Justin Powell | 31 | 10.5 | 3.8 | 2.9 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 2.3 |
| DJ Rodman | 28 | 9.1 | 5.6 | 1.3 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 1.6 |
Golden Bears Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devin Askew | 13 | 15.5 | 3.4 | 3.0 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 1.5 |
| Lars Thiemann | 30 | 9.5 | 5.5 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.0 |
| Dejuan Clayton | 9 | 9.2 | 1.9 | 2.9 | 0.6 | 0.0 | 2.2 |
| Kuany Kuany | 31 | 9.1 | 3.9 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 0.9 |
| Grant Newell | 31 | 8.0 | 3.9 | 0.7 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 0.6 |
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