TCU Horned Frogs vs
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Arizona State Seeks Revenge in Rematch Against TCU: Weekend College Basketball Preview

This Saturday's game between TCU and Arizona State is set to be an exciting matchup, as the two teams previously met twice in 2023 with TCU winning both games. The Sun Devils will be looking for payback as they face off against the Horned Frogs at 8:00 p.m. EST in Desert Financial Arena. Arizona State is currently favored to win by 4.5 points, making it a game to watch. Stay tuned for the full TCU vs. Arizona State prediction and other weekend matchups.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Horned Frogs +171 | Sun Devils -210
• Spread: Horned Frogs +4.5 (-110) | Sun Devils -4.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 139.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Arizona St. will win straight-up is 68%.

TCU vs Arizona St. Stats

TCU Horned Frogs

TCU recently secured a close victory against Oklahoma State and is now aiming for their fourth win in five games, relying on their strong defense that limits opponents to 68.3 points per game. Despite their defensive strength, TCU struggles offensively, averaging the fewest points in the conference and having low shooting percentages. The team is currently ranked 89th in KenPom's ratings and 79th in NET rankings. In terms of injuries, Frankie Collins is currently unavailable. Overall, TCU's performance this season has been mixed, with areas of strength in defense but noticeable weaknesses in offensive efficiency and shooting percentages.

Arizona St. Sun Devils Analysis

The Arizona State Sun Devils suffered a five-point loss at Texas Tech, marking their fourth consecutive defeat and putting them second to last in the Big 12 standings with a record of 3-10. To regroup, the team needs to improve their defense as they are allowing 74.2 points per game and struggling to limit their opponents' shooting percentages. Offensively, the Sun Devils average 74.5 points per game and have shown scoring consistency in recent games. They will face TCU this weekend, hoping to get back in the win column. The team's rankings in KenPom and NET are 60th and 63rd, respectively. Key injuries for Arizona State include Austin Nunez being out and Jayden Quaintance being questionable. In terms of offensive and defensive statistics, the Sun Devils rank 173rd for offense and 253rd for defense. They shoot 43.97% from the field, 35.86% from three-point range, and 71.40% from the free-throw line. On defense, they allow 42.35% shooting from the field and 30.90% from beyond the arc. The team averages 35.63 rebounds and 13.29 assists per game on offense, while giving up 36.88 rebounds and averaging 13.92 assists per game on defense. The Sun Devils also average 13.25 turnovers on offense and force 11.75 turnovers on defense.

Arizona State's Strong Defense and Offense Make Them Favorites Against TCU on the Road

The primary concern for TCU lies in their offensive performance, particularly when playing away games where they average 61.7 points on 39.9% shooting. Arizona State, on the other hand, has been stronger defensively and will likely capitalize on forcing turnovers against TCU. With a recent average of 78.2 points in their past five games, three of which were on the road, the Sun Devils have shown consistency and potency on offense. Additionally, TCU's defensive statistics demonstrate a noticeable decline on the road, allowing an average of 77.1 points on 49.2% shooting. Given these factors, it is advisable to consider Arizona State against the spread at home for this matchup.

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