Washington State Cougars vs Portland Pilots predictions, Mar 06, 2026

Mar 06, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Friday,

Washington State

Portland Pilots

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As the Washington State Cougars prepare to host the Portland Pilots on March 6, 2026, both teams will look to gain momentum in their NCAA College Basketball campaigns. The Cougars have struggled recently, winning just 1 of their last 5 matches, suggesting a need for improvement on both ends of the court. Despite their recent form, they hold home court advantage, which could be pivotal in this matchup.

On the other hand, the Portland Pilots have fared slightly better, securing 2 victories in their last 5 games. Their latest performances indicate a robust offensive strategy, but they will need to address defensive consistency against a Cougars team that typically capitalizes on home support.

Bookmakers favor the Cougars with odds of 1.48 for a home win compared to the Pilots’ 2.55. Statistical models predict a 67.8% probability of a Washington State victory, with a projected final score of 79-74.

While the Cougars appear more likely to secure the win based on recent trends and home advantage, the unpredictability of college basketball means that a close contest is on the horizon. Fans can expect an engaging game as both teams vie for essential momentum.

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Washington State
63.4%		 Portland
36.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 79:74

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Latest Results

28.02.26 Pepperdine Waves basketball – Washington State Cougars basketball – 88:79
25.02.26 Loyola Marymount Lions basketball – Washington State Cougars basketball – 67:66
21.02.26 Washington State Cougars basketball – St. Marys CA Gaels basketball – 67:83
18.02.26 Washington State Cougars basketball – Pacific Tigers Basketball – 87:70
10.02.26 Gonzaga Bulldogs basketball – Washington State Cougars basketball – 83:53		 05.03.26 Portland Pilots basketball – Pepperdine Waves basketball – 77:68
28.02.26 Portland Pilots basketball – San Diego Toreros basketball – 87:74
25.02.26 Gonzaga Bulldogs basketball – Portland Pilots basketball – 89:48
21.02.26 Seattle Redhawks basketball – Portland Pilots basketball – 71:59
18.02.26 Portland Pilots basketball – Pepperdine Waves basketball – 87:95

Facts

  • Washington State is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Portland has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Washington State may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Washington State will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Washington State won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 424:339. (average 84.8:67.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Washington State won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 268:204. (average 89.3:68).

    Latest Head To Head

    31.01.26 Washington State Cougars basketball – Portland Pilots basketball – 104:74
    28.12.25 Portland Pilots basketball – Washington State Cougars basketball – 62:67
    18.01.25 Washington State Cougars basketball – Portland Pilots basketball – 92:70
    28.12.24 Portland Pilots basketball – Washington State Cougars basketball – 73:89
    01.12.12 Washington State Cougars basketball – Portland Pilots basketball – 72:60

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Duke Blue Devils: 4.2 (17.98%)

    2. Michigan Wolverines: 4.25 (17.76%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 5.75 (13.13%)

    4. Florida Gators: 8.75 (8.63%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 11 (6.86%)

    6. Connecticut Huskies: 14 (5.39%)

    7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 17 (4.44%)

    8. Iowa State: 23 (3.28%)

    9. Kansas Jayhawks: 36 (2.1%)

    10. Michigan State: 41 (1.84%)

    11. Purdue Boilermakers: 51 (1.48%)

    12. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 56 (1.35%)

    13. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.13%)

    14. Virginia Cavaliers: 67 (1.13%)

    15. Arkansas Razorbacks: 67 (1.13%)

    16. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 81 (0.93%)

    17. Alabama Crimson Tide: 81 (0.93%)

    18. North Carolina: 81 (0.93%)

    19. Louisville: 91 (0.83%)

    20. Vanderbilt Commodores: 101 (0.75%)

    21. St. Johns Red Storm: 101 (0.75%)

    22. Texas Tech: 126 (0.6%)

    23. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.6%)

    24. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.6%)

    25. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.5%)

    26. St. Louis Billikens: 151 (0.5%)

    27. NC State: 151 (0.5%)

    28. Brigham Young: 201 (0.38%)

    29. Texas A&M: 201 (0.38%)

    30. Miami (FL): 251 (0.3%)

    31. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.3%)

    32. UCLA: 251 (0.3%)

    33. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.22%)

    34. Villanova Wildcats: 501 (0.15%)

    35. Indiana Hoosiers: 501 (0.15%)

    36. UCF Knights: 501 (0.15%)

    37. Ohio State Buckeyes: 501 (0.15%)

    38. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)

    39. Auburn Tigers: 501 (0.15%)

    40. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)

    41. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)

    42. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    43. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

    44. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.08%)

    45. Virginia Tech: 1001 (0.08%)

    46. TCU: 1001 (0.08%)

    47. Baylor Bears: 1001 (0.08%)

    48. Seton Hall Pirates: 1001 (0.08%)

    49. West Virginia: 1001 (0.08%)

    50. SMU Mustangs: 1001 (0.08%)

    51. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.08%)

    52. USC Trojans: 1001 (0.08%)

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