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Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns vs Houston Cougars Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: November 13, 2024 at 8:00 PM ET

Venue: Fertitta Center — Houston, TX

Article updated Nov 12, 10:45 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In an upcoming matchup, Louisiana is set to face off against No. 8 Houston in a highly anticipated game on Wednesday night. Louisiana (1-1 SU, 0-1 ATS) recently secured a

Game outlook

In an upcoming matchup, Louisiana is set to face off against No. 8 Houston in a highly anticipated game on Wednesday night. Louisiana (1-1 SU, 0-1 ATS) recently secured a victory over UT Dallas, while Houston (1-1 SU, 1-1 ATS) suffered a defeat to No. Auburn. The game is scheduled to tip off at 8:00 EST at the Fertitta Center. Houston is currently favored to win by -27 points, with the line remaining unchanged. Stay tuned for team breakdowns and predictions to help you prepare for what promises to be an exciting evening of college basketball.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Ragin Cajuns +4,000 | Cougars -30,000

Spread: Ragin Cajuns +27 (-110) | Cougars -27 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 139.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Houston will win straight-up is 100%.

Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns

The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns split their first week of play, losing to Kent State before beating UT Dallas. Newcomers Koron Davis and Mostapha El Moutaouakkil made significant contributions to the team. The team shot 43.5% in their win against UT Dallas and had a rebound advantage. Overall, they average 74 points per game and shoot 44.1% from the field. On defense, they allow an average of 67.5 points per game and teams shoot 41.3% from the field against them. The Ragin' Cajuns are ranked 265 in offense and 181 in defense, with a power ranking of 234. They have a 1-1 record so far this season. Offensively, they shoot 44.9% of their field goals and 61.9% of their free throws. Defensively, they allow 42% of field goals and 78.57% of free throws.

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Houston Cougars Analysis

The Houston Cougars started the season ranked fourth in the country and had a strong performance against Jackson State but struggled in the second half against Auburn. Despite a five-point halftime lead, they ultimately lost the game due to shooting just 41.4% from the field and being outscored in the paint. The team's offense averages 83 points per game, shooting 50.4% from the field and 51.5% from three-point range. Defensively, they hold teams to 57 points per game and have strong stats in steals and blocks. Leading scorer L.J. Cryer contributes 14.5 points per game. The Cougars are currently 1-0 and rank fifth in power rankings.

Houston Cougars Look to Rebound Against Louisiana in Anticipated Matchup

The last meeting between these two teams occurred in 2021, with Houston securing a 71-56 victory as -22 favorites at home. This upcoming game presents an opportunity for the Cougars to rebound after suffering their second loss of the season. The Cougars' offensive strategy, which tends to slow down the pace of play, often results in lower scoring games. While we anticipate Houston scoring more against Louisiana compared to their performance against Auburn, the Ragin’ Cajuns are expected to keep pace. Both teams have only three players averaging double-digit scoring, with none surpassing 14.5 points per game. Despite the large point spread, it is unlikely that Houston will meet this expectation. Therefore, it is recommended to consider Louisiana as the favorable choice to cover the points in this matchup.

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Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns+4,000 → +2,153Moved
  • Moneyline · Houston Cougars-30,000 → -10,000Moved
  • Spread · Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns+27 (-110) → +31.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Houston Cougars-27 (-110) → -31.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over139.5 (-110) → 139.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under139.5 (-110) → 139.5 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns
5-3 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Houston Cougars
30-7 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-11-13T03:45:04.137Z). 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

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Houston Cougars defeated Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns 91-45

Houston Cougars defeated Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns 91-45 on November 13, 2024, a 46-point decision in the series. Houston Cougars' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 51-25. Against SportsJaw's recorded Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns +31.5 (-110) spread, Houston Cougars covered, while the 136 combined points finished under the recorded total of 139.5.

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Tipster picks

  • Roderick806Spread · Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns +27 (-110)Loss
  • JohnTharpMoneyline · Houston Cougars -10,000Win