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Tennessee Volunteers to Face Off Against Houston Cougars in NCAA Tournament Elite 8 with Houston as Betting Favorite

In the upcoming Elite 8 round of the NCAA Tournament, the Tennessee Volunteers will be facing off against the Houston Cougars, with tip-off set for 2:20 p.m. ET at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Despite not having played each other recently, Houston opens as the betting favorite with a line of -3.5. Stay tuned for our Tennessee vs. Houston prediction to help you prepare for this highly anticipated matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Volunteers +135 | Cougars -156
• Spread: Volunteers +3 (-110) | Cougars -3 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 123.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Houston will win straight-up is 61%.

Tennessee vs Houston Stats

Tennessee Volunteers

Tennessee had a strong performance in the Sweet 16, defeating Kentucky 78-65. This victory was a revenge match after losing twice to the Wildcats in the regular season. The Volunteers are 8-2 SU and 4-6 ATS in their last ten games. Senior guard Chaz Lanier leads the team in scoring with an average of 18.0 points per game, along with other key players to watch. According to KenPom, Tennessee is ranked 5th in NCAAB and excels in both offensive and defensive efficiency. Their stats show solid shooting percentages and defensive prowess. The Volunteers have no reported injuries for their upcoming game against Houston. In power rankings, Tennessee is ranked 35, with strong defensive numbers and efficient offensive play. Their rebounding and assist averages are solid, and defensively they limit their opponents' shooting percentages effectively.

Houston Cougars Analysis

Houston Cougars continue their impressive run in the NCAA Tournament with a thrilling 62-60 victory over Purdue in the Sweet 16. Despite a late-game struggle, Houston managed to secure the win with a game-winning layup by junior guard Milos Uzan. The Cougars have a 10-0 record and are 4-4-2 against the spread in their last ten games. Leading the team is senior guard L.J. Cryer, averaging 15.3 points per game. Other key players to watch are junior guard Emmanuel Sharp, Milos Uzan, and senior forward J'Wan Roberts. KenPom rates Houston as the 3rd ranked NCAAB team, excelling in both offensive and defensive efficiency. As they gear up to face Tennessee in the Elite 8, the Cougars show strength in offensive percentages and defensive capabilities. Additionally, the team remains injury-free for their upcoming game against Tennessee.

Expert Analysis and Predictions for NCAA Elite 8 Showdown Between Tennessee and Houston

Discover insights and analysis on the upcoming NCAA Elite 8 matchup between Tennessee and Houston. Learn more about our prediction for the outcome of this highly-anticipated game.

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