Texas A&M Aggies vs Houston Cougars Prediction, Betting Odds, Computer Picks and Analysis
The best team in the Regular Season, the Houston Cougars, will face in the second round of the March Madness to the Texas A&M Aggies. The winner of this Houston vs Texas A&M matchup is going to take on the winner of the James Madison vs Duke game. Let’s see the Texas A&M vs Houston Prediction.
As an underdog this season, Texas A&M has gone 6-6, and they have been the underdog in 12 of their 35 games. On the road, the Aggies have gone 10-8 this season, and they have a +1.4 average scoring margin in these games.
Coming off an NCAAB score of 98-83 win over Nebraska, the Aggies have gone 6-4 in their last 10 road games. This season, they are 21-14, and they have gone 12-10 in Southeastern Conference play.
As the underdog this season, Texas A&M has gone 7-5 vs. the spread. On the road, their ATS mark is 10-8. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Aggies are 5-5 vs. the spread. In their last 3 road games, they have gone 2-1 vs. the spread.
Today’s over/under line of 133 is lower than the average over/under line in Texas A&M’s games this season (144.9). Their over/under record this year is 23-13 and their games have averaged 147.7 points. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 with an average of 183 points compared to their season average of 144.9.
Houston want to be in the Sweet Sixteen
With a record of 30-4 in the NCAAB standings, Houston has been dominant all season long. They have gone 22-1 at home, compared to 9-3 on the road. The Cougars have won four straight games away from home.
For the year, Houston has been favored in all 34 games, going 31-3. In their most recent game, they took down Longwood by a score of 86-46.
As the favorite this season, Houston has gone 18-14-2 against the spread. At home, their ATS mark is 15-7-1. Over their last three home games, the Cougars have gone 2-1 vs. the spread. In their previous 10 games as the favorite, Houston has a record of 5-4-1.
So far this season, the over/under record for Houston games is 16-19. The average scoring total in their games is 130.8, which is lower than the average over/under line of 132.8. Today’s line is set at 133. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 127.
Game Information
| TEXAS A&M AGGIES vs HOUSTON COUGARS |
| Location of the Game: FedExForum, Memphis, Tennessee |
| Date and Time: Sunday, March 24th 8:40 ET |
| Reason: 2024 March Madness Second Round |
| How to watch: TNT |
Texas A&M vs Houston Prediction Odds
There are the NCAAB Odds for this matchup of today’s NCAAB Schedule:
AI Predictions and Sport Betting AI Picks
These are the NCAAB Computer Picks for this NCAAB Matchup:
| TEAM | AI PICKS | Sport Betting AI PICKS | |||
| TEXAS A&M | 66 | 145 | Spread HOU -9.5 |
ML HOU -512 |
Total OVER 133 |
| HOUSTON | 79 | ||||
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- AI Picks: Houston Cougars 79 – Texas A&M Aggies 66
- Sport Betting AI Picks: ATS Cougars -9.5 | ML Cougars -512 | OVER 133
Texas A&M Aggies Game Analysis
In their latest game, Texas A&M’s offense looked good, scoring 98 points against Nebraska. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 49.3% and made 15/20 free throws. In terms of offense, the Aggies have a season-long field goal percentage of 39%, putting them 380th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 381st in percentage and 218th in three-pointers made, according to the NCAAB team stats.
On defense, Texas A&M is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 71.6 points per game. Against Nebraska in their most recent game, the Texas A&M defense gave up a total of 83 points while allowing Nebraska to hit 45% of their shots.
Houston Cougars Game Analysis
Houston’s offense is coming off a good game, putting up 86 points vs. Longwood. Overall, they hit 58.5% of their shots from the field and went 13/22 from the free-throw line. Leading the team in scoring is LJ Cryer, who is averaging 15.3 heading into today’s matchup. Additionally, Jamal Shead also maintains a PPG average of 13.1 heading into game, according to the NCAAB player stats.
Houston’s defense has been playing well, ranking 1st nationally, with 56.7 points allowed per game. So far, the Houston defense is giving up an average of 9.0 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 8.4 times per game (356th).
Injury Report
According to the NCAAB Injury Report, these players will not be able to play this matchup:
Texas A&M Aggies
- Julius Marble – Personal – Out
- Bryce Lindsay – Undisclosed – Out
Houston Cougars
- Ramon Walker Jr. – Knee – Out
- Terrance Arceneaux – Achilles – Out
- Joseph Tugler – Foot – Out
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