Western Kentucky vs Louisiana Tech: Key Players Questionable as Bulldogs Favored by 5.5 Points

Game outlook

The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (11-7, 2-3 CUSA) will face off against the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs (13-6, 2-4 CUSA) in a Conference USA game at the Thomas Assembly Center on Thursday. Western Kentucky is coming off a loss to Middle Tennessee and has lost three of their last four games. Louisiana Tech, on the other hand, was defeated by Kennesaw State and has lost two straight and four of their last six games. Both teams have key players who are questionable for the game. Louisiana Tech is favored to win by 5.5 points in the betting odds. For a detailed prediction and expert NCAAB picks, be sure to check out this matchup.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Hilltoppers +185 | Bulldogs -230

Spread: Hilltoppers +5.5 (-110) | Bulldogs -5.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 149.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Louisiana Tech will win straight-up is 70%.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers have had a mixed performance this season, scoring an average of 77.4 points per game while allowing 75.4 points per game, ranking 113th and 289th respectively. Offensively, they shoot 42.7% overall and 33.9% from 3-point territory, while defensively allowing opponents to shoot 40.8% overall and 30.6% from 3-point territory. Leading scorer Don McHenry averages 16.8 points per game, with Babacar Faye closely behind at 15.2 points per game. Jalen Jackson leads in assists, while Tyrone Marshall Jr leads in rebounds. Western Kentucky ranks 194 in power ranking, with a record of 7-7 this season. They score an average of 78.65 points per game, shooting 43.20% from the field and 72.40% from free throws. Defensively, they allow 40.45% field goals and 73.67% free throws. They average 38.00 rebounds per game and 12.24 offensive assists. Overall, Western Kentucky has shown strengths in offense but struggles defensively in allowing opponents to score.