Free NCAA Hoops Pick: Houston vs. Jayhawks CBB Odds
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NCAA Handicapping Analysis:
(19-2) Houston Cougars vs. Kansas Jayhawks (17-4)
Date: Saturday, February 3rd
Time: 4:00 PM EST
Venue: Allen Fieldhouse, Kansas, KS
NCAA Betting ATS Odds: Houston -2.5 | Jayhawks +2.5 (Bet Now!)
CBB Moneyline Odds: Jayhawks -140 | Houston +114
CBB Total: O/U 133.5
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The Cougars and Jayhawks are set to face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN. The Jayhawks will host the game at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, KS.
Houston is favored by -2.5 in this Big 12 conference matchup the against Kansas. The over/under for the game is set at 133.5 points.
Cougars vs. Jayhawks ATS
When looking at Houston’s ATS record this season, they have gone 11-8. In their 19 games as the favorite, the Cougars have gone 11-8 vs. the spread. On the road, their ATS mark is 2-4 this year and over their last 10 road games, they are just 2-7 vs. the spread. However, their favorite ATS record over their last 10 games is 6-4.
As the underdog this season, Kansas has an ATS record of 1-0 and an overall ATS record of 9-12. Their home ATS mark is 6-6, and they are 4-6 in their last 10 home games vs. the spread.
Houston Cougars
Coming into this game, Houston is 19-2 overall and has won four straight games. They are 5-2 in Big 12 play and have yet to lose a non-conference game, going 14-0.
On the road, the Cougars are 4-2 this season and have an average scoring margin of +3.7 points per game. In their last 10 road games, they are 8-2.
Today’s over/under line of 133.5 is similar to the average over/under line in Houston’s games this season (133.3). So far, 13 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 139 points.
Houston Cougars Stats
In their recent matchup, the Houston offense ended with 74 points against Kansas State. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 40% and made 7 threes. LJ Cryer is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 15.1 as they approach today’s matchup. In addition, Jamal Shead brings a PPG average of 12.3 into the game.
This season, the Houston defense has been impressive, holding the 1st position in the country while permitting an average of 52.9 points per contest. So far, the Houston defense is giving up an average of 8.0 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 8.5 times per game (356th).
Kansas Jayhawks
Coming into this game, Kansas has been dominant at home, going 12-0 with an average scoring margin of +16.1 points per game. They’ve won 10 straight at home and are 17-3 this season when favored.
On the other hand, Houston is 5-4 on the road this season and has a scoring margin of +5.6 points per game. They are 2.5-point favorites in this one, and the over/under is set at 133.5 points.
This season, the over/under record for Kansas games is 10-11 and the average over/under line in their games is 145.5. So far, 18 of their games have finished with more points than today’s over/under line of 133.5. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total in those games is 144 points.
Kansas Jayhawks Stats
The Jayhawks’ offense wrapped up their last game with 83 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 79.2 points per contest. Kevin McCullar Jr. is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 19.8 as they approach today’s matchup. In addition, Hunter Dickinson brings a PPG average of 18.7 into the game.
Kansas’ defense has been playing well, ranking 81st nationally, with 67.6 points allowed per game. Against Oklahoma State, the Jayhawks’ defense gave up 54 points and did a good job not fouling. For the game, Oklahoma State only made 7 free-throws.
NCAA Stats
Stat | HOU | KAN |
---|---|---|
Points Per Game | 74 (207th) | 79.2 (73rd) |
FG % | 43% (284th) | 50% (18th) |
3 Point FG% | 35% (119th) | 36% (102nd) |
3 Point Attempts | 22 (187th) | 17.8 (328th) |
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Houston Cougars vs. Kansas Jayhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Trends
- The Cougars are 3-2 in their last five games as a favorite.
- Conversely, the Jayhawks are 3-2 ATS in their last five games as an underdog.
- Also, the Cougars are 2-7 ATS in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the Jayhawks have gone 3-7 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Cougars’ last 3 road games, the over/under record is 2-1.
- The Jayhawks’ have an over/under record of 3-0 in their last 3 games at home.
NCAA Basketball Betting – 4* Houston Cougars vs. Kansas Jayhawks Free Pick: Kansas +2.5
The Jayhawks come in as the underdog at +2.5, making them our top choice on the point spread. We not only expect them to cover the spread but also believe they have a strong chance of winning the game outright, especially if you’re aiming for a higher moneyline payout.
Regarding the over/under, the current line is set at 133.5, and our model predicts the Cougars and Jayhawks to score a combined 142 points. We recommend betting on the over.
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