TCU Horned Frogs vs Baylor Bears Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

This content highlights an upcoming Big 12 college basketball game between the TCU Horned Frogs and the #15 Baylor Bears. Taking place at 4:00 p.m. EDT in Foster Pavilion, both teams are aiming for their fourth conference win. Last season, the visiting team emerged victorious in both meetings. However, the betting odds currently favor Baylor with an opening line of -5 and the current line at -4.5. The article raises the question of whether TCU can capitalize on their past success or if Baylor will prevail on their home court.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Horned Frogs +175 | Bears -212

Spread: Horned Frogs +4.5 (-110) | Bears -4.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 150.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baylor will win straight-up is 68%.

TCU Horned Frogs

TCU faced Oklahoma State in a game where they were initially trailing by 17 points, but ultimately managed to secure a five-point victory. Led by Emanuel Miller's 21 points, TCU's offense has been strong this season, averaging 82.5 points per game with a shooting percentage of 48.7% and a three-point percentage of 34.0%. Additionally, they have been effective from the free throw line, with an average of 22.1 attempts and a 72.4% conversion rate. TCU's offense also excels in offensive rebounds, averaging 12.6 per game, but does have a tendency to commit turnovers at a rate of 13.2 per game. Defensively, TCU, like most Big 12 schools, keeps opponents to under 70 points per game, allowing an average of 68.6 points per contest. Despite their fast tempo, TCU holds opponents to shooting percentages of 43.2% from the field and 31.2% from three-point range. They also limit the number of free throw attempts by their opponents to 18.8 per game. TCU demonstrates strength in rebounding, with a positive margin of 7.2, and turnover differentials to their advantage at +2.2. While not currently ranked, TCU should not be underestimated due to their tenacity. In terms of rankings, TCU holds the 24th position in offense with an average scoring of 82.47 points per game. Defensively, they rank 109th, allowing an average of 68.84 points per game. TCU's offensive statistics show success in shooting, as they rank 25th in field goal percentage (48.72%) and 142nd in free throw percentage (72.38%). Their three-point shooting, while not exceptional at 34.00%, ranks 181st in the NCAAB. Rebounding-wise, TCU ranks 62nd with an average of 39.00 per game. They also excel in offensive assists with an average of 18.21 per game, ranking 12th, but struggle with turnovers at 13.16 per game, ranking 275th. Defensively, TCU allows opponents to shoot 43.18% from the field (ranked 168th) and 66.76% from the free-throw line (ranked 18th in the NCAAB). first double-double of the season in the 📚 for @EmanMiller5 21 pts 11 rebs + a few clutch buckets 🥶 #GoFrogs pic.twitter.com/qkD0Hvnubl