Houston Cougars vs Texas Longhorns Betting Odds, AI Picks and Analysis
Through 20 games, Houston Cougars has been the favorite in all but one contest, and they have gone 17-2 in those games in the NCAAB Standings. Overall, the Cougars are 18-2 and have won four straight. Their average scoring margin on the road this season is +3.7, and they are 8-2 in their last 10 games away from home.
Coming off a 74-52 win over Kansas State, Houston will look to improve upon their 4-2 road record this season. So far, they have gone 5-2 in Big 12 play and are a perfect 13-0 at home.
As the favorite this season, Houston has a record of 11-8 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Cougars have gone 6-4 ATS. On the road this year, Houston is just 2-4 ATS and their road ATS mark over their last 10 games is 2-7.
Today’s over/under line of 129.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Houston’s games this season (133.3). So far, 11 of their games have finished with fewer points than today’s line. The over/under record is 1-2 in their last three games.
Longhorns want to dominate the state
At home this season, Texas Longhorns has been dominant, going 11-3 with an average scoring margin of +14.1 points per game. Over their last 10 games at home, the Longhorns are 8-2.
Overall, Texas is 14-6, including a 3-4 record in Big 12 play. In their last game, the Longhorns lost to BYU, 84-72.
As the underdog, Texas has gone 2-3 against the spread this season. At home, the Longhorns have an ATS mark of 4-10. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, Texas is 4-6 vs. the spread.
Today’s over/under line of 129.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Texas’ games this season (146.2). This year, 17 of their games have finished with more points than today’s line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 146 points.
Game Information
HOUSTON COUGARS vs TEXAS LONGHORNS |
Location of the Game: Moody Center, Austin |
Date and Time: Monday, January 29th 9:00 ET |
Reason: 2023-2024 NCAAB Regular Season |
How to watch: watchlivesports.co |
AI Predictions and Sport Betting AI Picks
These are the NCAAB Computer Picks for this NCAAB Matchup:
TEAM | AI PICKS | Sport Betting AI PICKS | |||
HOUSTON | 69 | 142 | Spread TEX +5 |
ML TEX +185 |
Total OVER 129.5 |
TEXAS | 73 |
AI Picks: Texas Longhorns 73 – Houston Cougars 69
SBAI Picks: ATS Longhorns +5 | ML Longhorns +185 | OVER 129.5
Houston vs Texas Odds
There are the NCAAB Odds for this matchup of today’s NCAAB Schedule:
Houston Cougars Game Analysis
In their previous game, the Cougars’ offense finished with 74 points, which is right in line with their current average of 74 points per contest in their NCAAB team stats. LJ Cryer is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 15.2 as they approach today’s matchup. In addition, Emanuel Sharp brings a PPG average of 12.2 into the game.
At this time, the Cougars’ defense is positioned 1st in the country, permitting 51.9 points per game. In their previous game vs. Kansas State, the Wildcats finished with a field goal percentage of 40% and a total of 52 points vs. Houston.
Terrance Aceneaux is out for the Achilles, based on the NCAAB injuries.
Texas Longhorns Game Analysis
In their recent game, the Longhorns’ offense concluded with 72 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 76.8 points per contest. Leading Texas in scoring vs. BYU was Dylan Disu with his 19 points. Chendall Weaver also added 15 points for the Longhorns. for their NCAAB player stats.
At present, the Longhorns’ defense is nationally ranked 86th, allowing 67.8 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Texas’ defense has allowed opponents to shoot 42.8% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 33.6% this season. No Injuries Reported in the Longhorns’ side.
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