Houston Cougars vs
Kansas St. WildcatsPredictions & Preview

Houston vs Kansas St. Preview: Cougars Favored in Sunflower State Showdown Against Wildcats

In this upcoming college basketball matchup, Houston will face off against Kansas State in the Sunflower State. Houston is coming off a dominant win over TCU, while Kansas State fell short against Oklahoma State in their previous game. Houston holds the advantage in the all-time series and is the current betting favorite, opening at -10.5 and now at -11.5. This game is set to be an exciting showdown on the hardwood.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cougars -818 | Wildcats +550
• Spread: Cougars -11.5 (-110) | Wildcats +11.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 130 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Houston will win straight-up is 89%.

Houston vs Kansas St. Stats

Houston Cougars

The Houston Cougars extended their winning streak to seven games with a victory over TCU, improving their overall record to 11-3 and tying for the top spot in the Big 12 with a 3-0 conference record. Houston dominated from the start, taking a 9-0 lead early and maintaining control throughout the game. They shot 48.1% from the field, forced 19 turnovers, and were led by Emanuel Sharp with 14 points. The Cougars excel on both offense and defense, ranking 152nd in scoring offense and 1st in scoring defense nationally. L.J. Cryer leads the team in scoring with 14.3 points per game, while several other players contribute consistently. Houston is shooting well from the floor and beyond the arc, and is above average at the free-throw line. With a power ranking of 2, the Cougars are considered a strong contender this season.

Kansas St. Wildcats Analysis

Kansas State suffered a loss to Oklahoma State in their previous game, marking their fifth defeat in six games. The Wildcats are now 7-7 overall and 1-2 in the Big 12 this season, with hopes to turn their performance around. Despite shooting 51.1% from the floor, Kansas State struggled from beyond the arc and committed 19 turnovers in the game. Coleman Hawkins led the team with 19 points in the loss. On average, the Wildcats score 75.5 points per game and rank 177th in scoring offense. Kansas State is slightly above average defensively, allowing 70.7 points per game. David N'Guessan is the team's leading scorer, averaging 13.2 points and 7.9 rebounds per game. The Wildcats are shooting 45.8% from the field, 34% from three-point range, and 67.3% from the free-throw line. Achor Achor was dismissed from the team in December. The Wildcats currently have a power ranking of 297 and rank 159th in offense and 149th in defense. They are 7-7 overall and 5-9 against the spread.

Kansas State Faces Uphill Battle Against Dominant Houston Cougars

The Kansas State team has faced various challenges this season, and their upcoming match against the Cougars is unlikely to resolve their current issues. Competing against Houston is a significant challenge even for teams in top form, let alone one coming off a difficult loss to Oklahoma State. Houston's impressive defense was showcased in their recent game against TCU, where they dominated their opponent. The Cougars are currently on a winning streak of seven games, each with a margin of victory of at least 13 points. Given Kansas State's recent performances, it is difficult to have confidence in their ability to secure a win. Therefore, the Cougars are the favored choice to come out on top in this matchup against the struggling Wildcats.

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