Washington State Defeats Eastern Washington 78-63
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Spokane Arena
Washington State Cougars 78, Eastern Washington Eagles 63, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Washington State Cougars vs Eastern Washington Eagles?
Washington State Cougars beat Eastern Washington Eagles 78-63 at Spokane Arena on December 17, 2025.
Who was favored in Washington State Cougars vs Eastern Washington Eagles?
Washington State Cougars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -305 (about 75% implied). The favorite won.
The Washington State Cougars secured a 78-63 victory over the Eastern Washington Eagles at Spokane Arena, marking a significant win for the Cougars as they look to improve their season record. Despite the loss, the Eagles showed moments of resilience but ultimately fell short against their opponents. Washington State's win adds to their overall record, bringing them to 4-8, while Eastern Washington's struggles continue, leaving them at 2-9.
In terms of recent form, Eastern Washington entered the game with a record of 2-8 over their last ten outings, having lost their last match against California Baptist Lancers 83-88 on December 13. They averaged 78.9 points scored but allowed 83.7 points per game during this stretch. Their home record stood at 2-1, while they struggled significantly on the road with an 0-7 record. In their last five games, they managed only one win, averaging 79.6 points scored and 83.6 points allowed.
On the other hand, Washington State had a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, but they were on a five-game losing streak leading into this matchup. Their last game resulted in a narrow defeat against USC Trojans, with a score of 61-68 on December 15. The Cougars averaged 74.7 points scored and allowed 78.1 points during their recent stretch. Their home record was 2-3, while their away record was 1-4, indicating a struggle to perform consistently regardless of the venue. In their last five games, they averaged only 68.0 points scored and allowed 77.0 points.
This fixture was particularly noteworthy as it featured a previous meeting earlier in the season, where Washington State triumphed over Eastern Washington with a score of 96-81 on November 22, 2024. This history added an additional layer of intrigue to the matchup, as both teams sought to assert dominance over one another.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but both teams have faced challenges throughout the season that may have influenced their performance. The absence of key players can often impact the dynamics of a game, and it would be essential for both teams to manage their rosters effectively.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Washington State favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 153.5. The odds reflected the expectation of a competitive game, although Washington State's recent form suggested they might struggle to cover the spread. The Cougars were listed at -305 for the money line, while Eastern Washington was at +245.
As for the game conditions, the matchup took place at Spokane Arena, which can often be a challenging venue for visiting teams due to the home crowd's support. The atmosphere likely played a role in the performance of both teams, particularly for Eastern Washington, who aimed to leverage their home advantage.
Throughout the game, viewers were treated to a display of scoring plays that highlighted the offensive capabilities of both teams. Washington State's Tomas Thrastarson made significant contributions with layups that helped extend their lead in the second half. The Cougars maintained control of the game, with key performances from their players, ultimately leading to their victory.
In conclusion, Washington State's 78-63 win over Eastern Washington not only adds to their season tally but also showcases their potential to bounce back after a challenging stretch. The Eagles, on the other hand, will need to regroup and address their defensive issues as they continue to seek improvement in their upcoming fixtures.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WSU -6.5 | 153.5 o -112 / u -108 | Washington State Cougars -305 · Eastern Washington Eagles +245 |
Leaders
- PointsAlton Hamilton IV16Eastern Washington Eagles
- AssistsIsaiah Moses5Eastern Washington Eagles
- ReboundsAlton Hamilton IV5Eastern Washington Eagles
- PointsEmmanuel Ugbo20Washington State Cougars
- AssistsJerone Morton6Washington State Cougars
- ReboundsEemeli Yalaho7Washington State Cougars
Recent form
Eastern Washington Eagles
Last 10: 2-8Streak L178.9 scored · 83.7 allowed per game2-1 at home
- L83-88vs California Baptist LancersDec 13
- W90-66vs Kansas City RoosDec 6
- L89-93at Denver PioneersDec 4
- L71-79at North Texas Mean GreenNov 26
- L65-92at Central Arkansas BearsNov 23
- W91-73vs Eastern Oregon MountaineersNov 18
- L67-94at Seattle U RedhawksNov 13
- L97-102at Colorado BuffaloesNov 8
- L62-70at Loyola Marymount LionsNov 6
- L74-80at UCLA BruinsNov 4
Washington State Cougars
Last 10: 3-7Streak L574.7 scored · 78.1 allowed per game1-4 away
- L61-68at USC TrojansDec 15
- L64-78vs Nevada Wolf PackDec 7
- L60-64at Bradley BravesDec 3
- L61-75vs Seton Hall PiratesNov 26
- L94-100at Arizona State Sun DevilsNov 26
- W90-85at Chaminade SilverswordsNov 25
- W98-74vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsNov 20
- L69-81vs Washington HuskiesNov 15
- W81-71vs St. Thomas TommiesNov 11
- L69-85at Davidson WildcatsNov 8
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland State | 20-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Montana State | 18-14 | 1 | 12-6 |
| Eastern Washington | 14-19 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Northern Colorado | 20-12 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Montana | 18-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Weber State | 16-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Idaho | 21-15 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Sacramento State | 10-21 | 8 | 6-12 |
| Idaho State | 13-20 | 8 | 5-13 |
| Northern Arizona | 10-22 | 9 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Washington State Cougars | Eastern Washington Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-62 | 23-60 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 38 |
| Three-pointers | 9-28 | 5-23 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 22 |
| Free throws | 5-9 | 12-18 |
| Free throw % | 56 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 27 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 18 |
| Assists | 18 | 10 |
| Steals | 10 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 32 |
| Fouls | 19 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 99 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half41-25Ace Glass makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 1st Half41-27Isaiah Moses makes 13-foot jumper
- 1st Half43-27Emmanuel Ugbo makes layup (Parker Gerrits assists)
- 1st Half45-27ND Okafor makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Ace Glass assists)
- 1st Half45-29Isaiah Moses makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
- 1st Half45-31Tyler Powell makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half45-33Alton Hamilton IV makes layup
- 2nd Half47-33Rihards Vavers makes 18-foot jumper (ND Okafor assists)
- 2nd Half50-33Rihards Vavers makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jerone Morton assists)
- 2nd Half50-35Alton Hamilton IV makes 17-foot jumper (Isaiah Moses assists)
- 2nd Half50-36Alton Hamilton IV makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-37Alton Hamilton IV makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-37Emmanuel Ugbo makes layup
- 2nd Half52-39Jojo Anderson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-39Tomas Thrastarson makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half55-42Straton Rogers makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kiree Huie assists)
- 2nd Half57-42Eemeli Yalaho makes layup
- 2nd Half57-44Alton Hamilton IV makes layup (Isaiah Moses assists)
- 2nd Half59-44Emmanuel Ugbo makes layup (Adria Rodriguez assists)
- 2nd Half59-46Isaiah Moses makes layup
- 2nd Half62-46Eemeli Yalaho makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ace Glass assists)
- 2nd Half64-46Rihards Vavers makes layup (Jerone Morton assists)
- 2nd Half64-48Alton Hamilton IV makes layup
- 2nd Half64-50Elijah Thomas makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half66-50Ace Glass makes layup
- 2nd Half68-50Emmanuel Ugbo makes layup (Ace Glass assists)
- 2nd Half68-51Jojo Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-51Ace Glass makes layup
- 2nd Half70-53Isaiah Moses makes layup (Alton Hamilton IV assists)
- 2nd Half70-56Alton Hamilton IV makes 25-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Moses assists)
- 2nd Half71-56Jerone Morton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-56Jerone Morton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-57Isaiah Moses makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-60Alton Hamilton IV makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kiree Huie assists)
- 2nd Half72-61Jojo Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-62Jojo Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-63Kiree Huie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-63Tomas Thrastarson makes layup (Ace Glass assists)
- 2nd Half76-63Tomas Thrastarson makes layup
- 2nd Half78-63Jerone Morton makes layup (Tomas Thrastarson assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Eastern Washington Eagles, below favours Washington State Cougars.
Venue
- Spokane ArenaSpokane, WA
- Attendance3749
- OfficialsDeron White, Eric Curry, Kirk Smith
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