Houston vs. TCU Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Houston Cougars are set to take on the TCU Horned Frogs on Saturday night. Can Jamal Shead and the Cougars avoid a second-straight loss in Big 12 play? Matt McCuen brings us his prediction and pick in Houston vs. TCU.
Matt McCuen - January 13, 2024, 2:30 PM EST
5 minHouston vs. TCU Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Houston Cougars and the TCU Horned Frogs will meet from the Lone Star State on Saturday afternoon for a Big 12 showdown.
Houston vs. TCU Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: January 13, 2024
- Game Time: 9:30 pm ET
- Where to Watch: FS1
Houston vs. TCU Odds
- Spread: Houston -4 (-110), TCU +4 (-110)
- Total Odds: O 136 (-110), U 136 (-105)
- Moneyline Odds: Houston (-175), TCU (+150)
Houston vs. TCU Prediction
Houston comes into play with a record of 14-1.
The Cougars are ranked second in the nation but are coming off their first loss of the season.
Houston fell short at Iowa State on Wednesday Night.
Baylor transfer L.J. Cryer leads the Cougars. Cryer leads the team in scoring with 16.3 points per game.
Emanuel Sharp has turned in a strong season, adding 13.8 points and 3.9 rebounds per game.
Jamal Shead is a veteran contributor for the Cougars, averaging 6.0 assists while adding 10.0 points.
The Cougars have one of the best defenses in college basketball, allowing opponents 50.3 points per game.
TCU enters this contest with a 12-3 record.
The Horned Frogs are coming off their biggest win of the season over 9th-ranked Oklahoma.
With a win tonight, there is little doubt that the Horned Frogs would find their way into the top 25.
Senior Emmanuel Miller leads the TCU scoring attack with a team-best 17.0 points per game while adding 6.1 rebounds.
Jameer Nelson Jr. has been "stuntin' like his daddy" since putting on a TCU uniform. The Delaware transfer has averaged 11.1 points and 3.4 assists.
Avery Anderson III has added 9.5 points and a team-best 3.5 assists.
TCU has averaged 85.1 points per game.
Houston vs. TCU Prediction
This is a terrific bounce-back spot for the Cougars.
Meanwhile, this is a letdown spot for TCU following their win over Oklahoma.
Houston matches up well with TCU, and their length and athleticism will cause the Horned Frogs issues on the offensive end.
Let’s stay hot on the hardwood!
Pick: Houston -4 -110 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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