Match Analysis: Wyoming Cowboys vs Portland Pilots – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-16
- Time: 2:00 AM UTC
- Location: Arena-Auditorium, Laramie, WY
Game Overview
Both Wyoming Cowboys and Portland Pilots enter undefeated at 3-0. Wyoming has the home advantage, playing its fourth straight home game, while Portland faces its first road test this season. Both teams average roughly 90 points per game with comparable offensive efficiency and have strong defensive stats, making this a balanced but closely contested matchup.
Key Factors to Consider
- Wyoming is averaging 90.0 PPG with 47.7% shooting and strong rebounding (45 boards per game). Portland also averages 90.0 PPG shooting 48% from the floor with slightly higher turnovers. Wyomingβs margin (+12.0) and defensive rebounding (30 per game) are superior.
- No recent direct H2H data available for this season. Historically, Wyoming performs strongly at home, winning 14 of 15 night games vs non-conference opponents, while Portland struggles on the road at night, losing their last six in similar situations.
- No major injuries impacting key players reported for either team. Both appear to have full rosters available.
- Wyoming benefits from altitude and home crowd at Arena-Auditorium (Laramie, WY) which historically favors them in night games. Portlandβs first road game introduces travel and unfamiliar environment challenges.
- Wyoming motivated to maintain perfect season starting at home and keep strong night game record. Portland motivated to prove resilience on road but facing more hostile environment.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Wyoming Cowboys: -550, Portland Pilots: 400 | Wyoming Cowboys | β β β β β 82% |
| Spread | Wyoming Cowboys -9.5: -110, Portland Pilots +9.5: -110 | Wyoming Cowboys -9.5 | β β β β β 78% |
| Over/under | Over 162.5: -115, Under 162.5: -105 | Over 162.5 | β β β β β 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Wyoming Cowboys -11% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 162.5 22% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 162.5 at 22% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 24.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Wyoming Cowboys to cover the -9.5 spread, with confidence that their home advantage, defensive strength, and rebounding edge will limit Portlandβs offense sufficiently to secure a comfortable win. Expect a high-scoring game exceeding the total points line based on both teamsβ offensive efficiencies and prior scoring averages.
Predicted Score: Wyoming Cowboys 88 – Portland Pilots 75