Texas-San Antonio Roadrunners vs
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UTSA Looks to Snap Losing Streak Against Tulsa at Reynolds Center

UTSA will be looking to end their three-game losing streak when they face off against Tulsa on Saturday night at Reynolds Center. The Roadrunners are coming off a close loss to Wichita State, while the Golden Hurricane are coming off a surprising win over Temple. Tulsa has a strong historical record against UTSA, winning 8 out of 9 matchups. The current betting line favors Tulsa at -1.5. It will be interesting to see which team comes out on top in this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Roadrunners +109 | Golden Hurricane -130
• Spread: Roadrunners +1.5 (-110) | Golden Hurricane -1.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 147 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tulsa will win straight-up is 57%.

Texas-San Antonio vs Tulsa Stats

Texas-San Antonio Roadrunners

The UTSA Roadrunners have struggled recently, losing six of their last eight games. They will look to improve their performance and earn a series split when they face Tulsa on Saturday. UTSA averages 76.6 points per game but only scored 64 in their last game, shooting 40.9 percent from the field and 25 percent from three-point range. Defensively, they give up an average of 77 points per game and will need to tighten up to secure a win. In terms of their season stats, UTSA ranks 98 in offense and 319 in defense, with notable rankings in field goal percentage and free throw shooting. They will need to improve in several areas to improve their overall performance.

Tulsa Golden Hurricane Analysis

The Tulsa Golden Hurricane recently ended a four-game losing streak with a victory over Temple and will look to maintain their winning streak and complete a series sweep in their upcoming game. They scored 80 points in their last game, shooting 53.4 percent from the field and 38.1 percent from three-point range. Keaston Willis led the team with 19 points and seven rebounds, while Dwon Odom had 16 points and 10 assists, and Isaiah Barnes contributed 14 points. However, defensively, Tulsa has struggled, allowing an average of 74 points per game. In terms of rankings, the Golden Hurricane are #232 for offense, averaging 72.38 points per game, and #250 for defense, giving up 73.96 points per game. They have a record of 10-15 overall. In terms of shooting percentages, Tulsa hits 42.64 percent of their field goals, 65.67 percent of their free throws, and 32.16 percent of their three-pointers. They also average 37.63 rebounds per game. On defense, the Golden Hurricane allow opponents to make 44.68 percent of their field goals, 67.67 percent of their free throws, and 34.87 percent of their three-pointers. They average 36.92 defensive rebounds per game. Tulsa also averages 13.13 defensive assists and 10.58 turnovers per game.

Tulsa Golden Hurricane Favored to Dominate UTSA Roadrunners in Upcoming Matchup

The UTSA Roadrunners have struggled on the road this season, losing nine out of their 12 away games, while the Tulsa Golden Hurricane have split their 14 home games. Tulsa appears to have the advantage in this matchup due to their superior shooting performance, with a shooting percentage of over 45% in their last three games compared to UTSA's 41%. Additionally, Tulsa excels in rebounding, averaging more than nine offensive rebounds per game, providing them with more scoring opportunities. They also have a strong ball security strategy, minimizing turnovers and preventing easy scoring chances for their opponents. On the other hand, the Roadrunners have had defensive challenges, particularly on the road where they allow more than 79 points per game. Given these factors, it is recommended to place your bet on Tulsa to cover the spread in this game.

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