Texas Longhorns vs Kansas Jayhawks Betting Picks & Predictions
The upcoming Big 12 matchup between the Texas Longhorns and Kansas Jayhawks on Saturday night will be the only meeting between the two teams this season. The game will take
Game outlook
The upcoming Big 12 matchup between the Texas Longhorns and Kansas Jayhawks on Saturday night will be the only meeting between the two teams this season. The game will take place at 6:00 p.m. EDT in Allen Fieldhouse. Texas won two out of three meetings last year, but Kansas is currently favored to win with an opening line of -7 and the current line at Kansas -8.5. It will be interesting to see if the Longhorns can continue their success against the Jayhawks or if Kansas will defend their home turf in The Phog.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Longhorns +288 | Jayhawks -393
Spread: Longhorns +8.5 (-110) | Jayhawks -8.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 144.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Kansas will win straight-up is 80%.
Texas Longhorns
The Texas Longhorns are currently projected for a #8 seed in the upcoming tournament, with their recent win over Kansas State potentially helping their ranking. Their offense, led by top scorer Max Abmas, averages 75.7 points per game, shooting well from the field and the free-throw line. Defensively, they allow 67.9 points per game and have solid rebounding and turnover numbers. Despite their current power ranking of 85, the Longhorns have shown strength both offensively and defensively this season, with the potential for an upset against their next opponent.