Texas Longhorns Eye 4-0 Start, Big Betting Lines Against Louisville Cardinals
The Texas Longhorns enter the Saavta Empire Classic on a three-game winning streak, looking to remain undefeated against the Louisville Cardinals, who come into the game with
Game outlook
The Texas Longhorns enter the Saavta Empire Classic on a three-game winning streak, looking to remain undefeated against the Louisville Cardinals, who come into the game with a 2-1 record and are seeking to rebuild after a difficult four-win season the previous year. Tip-off is Sunday, 3:30 PM EST, with Texas favored at -17.5 in the betting line.
Game Info
When: Sunday, 11/19/2023 @ 3:30pm EST
Where: Madison Square Garden Stadium Betting Odds Moneyline: Longhorns -2,248 | Cardinals +1,200
Spread: Longhorns -17.5 (-110) | Cardinals +17.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 143.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Texas will win straight-up is 96%.
Texas Longhorns
Under the guidance of Rodney Terry, the Texas Longhorns are off to a 3-0 start this season, with a power ranking of 18. Tyrese Hunter led the way with 18 points as the Longhorns shot 60% from the floor, picking up an 80-64 win over Ric on Wednesday night. Texas have two returning starters from their team last year, which came within one game of the Final Four. With an impressive offensive and defensive performance, the Longhorns average 84.67 points per game, while allowing 59.67, ranked 85th and 42nd respectively. They also are 9th in the nation for 3 points field goal percentage, with 38% of their points coming from it, as well as 27th in 3 point defense. With their defensive rebounding ranked 31st in the nation, and 16.33 turnovers to 11.67 assists per game, Texas look promising for the season ahead.