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BYU Cougars vs TCU Horned Frogs Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: January 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM ET

Venue: Schollmaier Arena — Fort Worth, TX

Article updated Jan 11, 1:15 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In this upcoming basketball clash, BYU and TCU will face off in Texas as they both aim for a victory. BYU is looking to bounce back from a recent loss to Texas Tech, while

Game outlook

In this upcoming basketball clash, BYU and TCU will face off in Texas as they both aim for a victory. BYU is looking to bounce back from a recent loss to Texas Tech, while TCU hopes to recover from a defeat against Houston. BYU currently leads the all-time series with a record of 18-3 and has won the last 15 matchups. The betting line favors BYU at -1.5, with no movement thus far.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Cougars -131 | Horned Frogs +110

Spread: Cougars -1.5 (-110) | Horned Frogs +1.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 140.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that BYU will win straight-up is 57%.

BYU Cougars

BYU suffered their second consecutive loss, this time falling to Texas Tech at home. The Cougars are now 10-4 overall and 1-2 in the Big 12 conference. Despite leading for much of the first half, BYU couldn't hold on and ultimately lost by seven points. Foussenyi Traore led the team with 14 points and five rebounds off the bench. The Cougars are known for their offensive prowess, ranking 58th in the nation in scoring offense with an average of 81.4 points per game. Defensively, they allow an average of 66.1 points per game, ranking 56th in the nation. Key players include Richie Saunders, Egor Demin, and Kanon Catchings. BYU shoots 47.7% from the field as a team but struggles at the free-throw line, making just 68.7% of their attempts. With a power ranking of 43, BYU is currently 10-4 for the season.

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TCU Horned Frogs Analysis

TCU suffered a tough road loss against #12 Houston, their second loss in three games. The Horned Frogs struggled offensively, shooting 42.6% from the field and turning the ball over 19 times. They were unable to recover from a 9-0 deficit early in the game and ultimately fell by 21 points. Despite their struggles on offense, TCU has been solid defensively, allowing an average of 65.6 points per game. The team is looking to improve their offensive performance moving forward, with players like Frankie Collins and Trazarien White providing solid secondary scoring. TCU is currently shooting 43.2% from the field and 32.8% from three-point range, but their free throw shooting has been lacking at 63.9%. Overall, the Horned Frogs have a power ranking of 121 and are ranked #286 in offense and #51 in defense. They have a record of 8-6 and are 4-10 ATS on the season. For those interested in sports wagering, TCU may offer some opportunities for betting promos.

BYU's Offensive Prowess to Challenge TCU's Defense in Anticipated Matchup

BYU has demonstrated a significant advantage on the offensive end of the floor this season, while also performing well defensively. The Cougars excel at rebounding and will pose a challenge for TCU by forcing them to defend the perimeter effectively and limiting their second-chance opportunities. In contrast, TCU has struggled offensively, performing poorly in shooting accuracy and free throw percentage this season. Despite their strong home record, the Horned Frogs have yet to secure a notable victory on par with BYU's versatility and offensive strength. It is predicted that BYU will utilize their depth and offensive capabilities to secure their first road victory of the season in this upcoming contest.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Cougars vs Horned Frogs archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Cougars vs Horned Frogs matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · BYU Cougars-136 → -140Moved
  • Moneyline · TCU Horned Frogs+112 → +120Moved
  • Spread · BYU Cougars-1.5 (-110) → -2.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · TCU Horned Frogs+1.5 (-110) → +2.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over140.5 (-110) → 139 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under140.5 (-110) → 139 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

BYU Cougars
23-12 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
TCU Horned Frogs
22-11 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-11T06:15:15.893Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-03-02TCU Horned Frogs 75 · BYU Cougars 87
Final result

Matchup pick recap

TCU Horned Frogs defeated BYU Cougars 71-67

TCU Horned Frogs defeated BYU Cougars 71-67 on January 11, 2025, a 4-point decision in the series. TCU Horned Frogs' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 37-30. Against SportsJaw's recorded BYU Cougars -2.5 (-110) spread, TCU Horned Frogs covered, while the 138 combined points finished under the recorded total of 139.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • WarbuczSpread · TCU Horned Frogs +1.5 (-110)Win
  • MookiebetsSpread · TCU Horned Frogs +1.5 (-110)Win