The set-up: The Huskies are just 1-2 in conference play and they're coming off a listless 61-55 road loss to Stanford. Cal is 1-1 in league play so far and it'll be looking to build off a win over WSU in its latest action, a victory which snapped a four-game losing streak. Neither team is known for its offensive prowess, but neither will be lacking for motivation in this big Pac 12 matchup on Friday night. Washington averages 72.4 PPG and the Bears average 64.9. Both teams are mediocre at best on the defensive side though and each is desperate for a victory. I believe from a situational stand point, this one definitely sets up as a "shootout."

The pick: Note as well that Washington has seen the total soar over the number in 11 of its last 17 road games after a loss in which it scored 55 points or less in, while Cal has seen the total go over the number in seven of its lat ten home games following a conference SU/ATS victory. Everything points to a high-scoring "over."

10* TOTAL PLAY-BOOK on the OVER Washington/Cal.