Kansas Jayhawks vs
Utah Running UtesPredictions & Preview

Kansas Favored by 6.5 Points in Big 12 Matchup Against Utah, Tip-Off Set for 10:00 EST

The upcoming Big 12 matchup between Kansas and Utah is set to tip off at 10:00 EST at the Jon M. Huntsman Center. Kansas, ranked 17th, comes into the game with a record of 17-7 SU and 11-13 ATS. They recently defeated Colorado as favorites at home. Utah, with a record of 13-11 SU and 11-13 ATS, suffered a loss to Cincinnati as underdogs on the road. Kansas is currently favored by 6.5 points in the betting line. Stay tuned for more updates on this late night game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Jayhawks -290 | Running Utes +230
• Spread: Jayhawks -6.5 (-110) | Running Utes +6.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 145.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Kansas will win straight-up is 74%.

Kansas vs Utah Stats

Kansas Jayhawks

The Kansas Jayhawks have been struggling to find consistency in their recent games, alternating wins and losses in their last seven matchups. Despite their 8-5 record and fifth place in the Big 12, they are ranked 11th in the NET Rankings and projected as a No. 4 seed in Joe Lunardi's Bracketology. In their recent game against Colorado, the Jayhawks showcased a strong defensive effort, holding their opponent to just 26 first-half points and forcing eight turnovers. On the offensive end, they shot 46.6% from the field and had four starters score in double digits. Overall this season, the Jayhawks have averaged 76.4 points per game, shooting 47.8% from the field and 34.2% from beyond the arc. Defensively, they are giving up 66.3 points per game and holding opponents to 38.7% shooting from the field. With a power ranking of 195, Kansas ranks 120 in offense and 44 in defense, with a record of 17-7. Their offensive stats include shooting 47.77% from the field and 71.92% from the free-throw line, while defensively they allow 38.68% shooting from the field and 29.04% from three-point range.

Utah Running Utes Analysis

The Utah Utes are struggling with a 5-8 record in conference play, currently tied for 11th in the Big 12 standings. The team has lost five of their last seven games and allowed 85 points in their most recent loss. Offensively, they shoot 45.9% from the field and average 75.4 points per game, while defensively they allow 70.8 points per game and force turnovers with 6.4 steals per game. Gabe Madsen leads the team in scoring with 15.2 points per game. In their upcoming matchup against Kansas, Utah will look to improve their performance and continue to work on both ends of the court to secure a win.

Utah Utes Favorable Choice to Cover Points Spread Against Struggling Jayhawks

The two teams last competed in 2014, with Kansas narrowly emerging as the victor. Despite their impressive straight up record, the Jayhawks should be approached with caution, as their performance in away games, particularly in conference play this season, has been lackluster. In their recent five road games, Kansas has only covered the spread twice and has a 3-5 straight up record for away games this season. In a recent matchup against a common opponent, both teams secured a victory against Colorado, but Utah had a slightly larger margin of victory. Utah boasts a strong defensive record at home, allowing an average of 66 points per game compared to their 78 points per game on the road. With a 12-3 straight up record and a 9-6 against the spread record at home this season, the Utes are a promising choice to cover the points spread.

Sources: [ 2 ] [ 3 ]