Oregon State vs Santa Clara Picks and Prediction – 1/10/2025

The Oregon State Beavers are set to face the Santa Clara Broncos on January 9, 2025, at the Leavey Center in Santa Clara, California. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 PM PT, and the game will be broadcast on ESPN+. Get in on the action with our free NCAAB picks.

Oregon State enters this matchup with a 12-4 overall record, including a 2-1 mark in West Coast Conference (WCC) play. The Beavers are coming off a dominant 81-54 victory over San Diego, where they showcased their defensive prowess by holding the Toreros to just 29.3% shooting from the field. Junior forward Michael Rataj led the way with 18 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists, continuing his impressive season as the team's leading scorer, averaging 16.7 points per game.

Defensively, Oregon State has been formidable, allowing only 62.9 points per game, which ranks 14th nationally. Their ability to defend the perimeter has been notable, limiting opponents to 30.1% shooting from beyond the arc. Offensively, the Beavers are efficient, shooting 48.0% from the field and an impressive 38.5% from three-point range, placing them 22nd nationally in three-point shooting percentage.

On the other side, Santa Clara holds a 10-6 overall record and a 2-1 record in WCC play. The Broncos are riding a six-game home winning streak and are coming off a narrow 81-80 road victory against San Diego. Senior guard Carlos Stewart Jr. was instrumental in that win, contributing 20 points and four rebounds, including crucial free throws in the closing moments.

This matchup marks the first meeting between Oregon State and Santa Clara since 1997, adding an element of intrigue to the contest. The Beavers' strong defense will be tested by the Broncos' prolific offense, making for an exciting clash of styles. This is too many points to give the Beavers, we like them to cover. Prediction: Santa Clara wins, but doesn't cover 81-77.