SIU Edwardsville vs Houston Prediction, Bet Builder Tips & Odds

By Robert Nelson, NCAAB Analyst | Published: 3 months ago | Last Updated: Mar 20, 19:37 | 4 min read

SIU Edwardsville Cougars (SIUE)

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Houston Cougars

  1. Prediction
  2. Bet Builder
  3. Odds
  4. Player Props
  5. Team Stats
  6. Standings

Roll the Dice on Teams Scoring Over 125.5

No. 16 SIU Edwardsville Cougars (22-11, 13-7 OVC) face No. 1 Houston Cougars (30-4, 19-1 Big 12) in this Midwest Region first round game at INTRUST Bank Arena in Wichita, Kansas.

The best betting angle could be wagering on the totals when SIU Edwardsville clash with Houston. Our prediction is for Over 125.5 points to be scored at odds of 1.87.

Both Teams Won Last Time Out

SIU Edwardsville Cougars won their previous game 69-48. This was a road victory against Southeast Missouri State Redhawks.

Houston Cougars were winners last time out. It was a 72-64 home victory against Arizona Wildcats.

NCAAB Regular Season Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Houston 30-4 2523 1988 535 20-3 10-1 13W
SIU Edwardsville 22-11 2396 2182 214 14-3 8-8 3W
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Expert College Basketball Analysis

A good deal of research goes into our college basketball picks. We start by studying the latest form and getting a handle on injuries. The key stats can then be used as the missing piece of the jigsaw.

Key SIU Edwardsville vs Houston stats:

  • The 125.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 SIUE games.
  • The 125.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 SIUE games.
  • The 125.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 Houston games.
  • The 125.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Houston games.
  • The 125.5 line has been covered in the last 4 Houston games.

SIU Edwardsville vs Houston Prediction

These teams are capable of scoring more than 125.5 points in this college matchup. Therefore, we’re going Over the total line and expect a payout at 1.87.

There’s a chance to secure larger odds when you wager on the Totals. The leading sportsbooks allow you to move the line for an Over pick until you’re happy with the potential return.

Over 125.5 Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 53.5% chance of winning. However, we think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. This college basketball wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

Our Pick

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Player Props

Ring Malith Under 4.5 Rebounds 2.20 bet365 logo

Ring Malith (SIU Edwardsville) can be backed to total Under 4.5 rebounds at 2.20. There’s every chance that he will go Under as we’re confident he’ll fail to cover the Player Rebounds line.

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Ray'Sean Taylor Under 14.5 Points 1.84 bet365 logo

Ray'Sean Taylor (SIU Edwardsville) is available at 1.84 to score Under 14.5 points. It’s anticipated that his Player Points are going to fall below the total, with this bet offering plenty of appeal.

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SIU Edwardsville vs Houston Bet Builder Tips

Totals Over 125.5
Spread SIU Edwardsville +28.5
Player Rebounds Ring Malith Under 4.5

Our same game parlay pick is Over 125.5, SIU Edwardsville +28.5 on the spread and Ring Malith (SIU Edwardsville) to get Under 4.5 rebounds.

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Correct Score Prediction

SIU Edwardsville SIU Edwardsville logo 53 - 77 Houston logo Houston

There’s lots of entertainment when it comes to a correct score wager. A play on Houston to achieve a 77-53 victory should give bettors a good run for their money.

SIU Edwardsville vs Houston Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Books Expecting a Landslide Win for Houston

The Moneyline betting odds might not be available with some sportsbooks as there’s a big underdog in the form of SIU Edwardsville. However, the Spread can provide some great alternative wagering options.

The spread is currently 28.5, with the total points line at 127.5. Basketball fans regularly enjoy the opportunity to bet on the Totals. The Over 127.5 selection is available to back at 1.95.

If you’re keen on Houston reaching 20 points before their opponents, the favorites are 1.02 to oblige. Conversely, SIU Edwardsville can be backed at 11.00 to make this total first.

College basketball fans are spoilt for choice thanks to the wide range of team props and game lines which are available for every contest on the coupon. Head to the betting sites and find the best value picks.

Betting Lines & Odds

LJ Cryer Favorite to Score the Most Baskets

In terms of hitting the most buckets, favorite LJ Cryer is available at 1.86 to rack up Over 14.5 points. If you want to go Under, then 1.90 is available.

Player Points

Player Assists

Milos Uzan (Houston)
Over 4.5
2.26
Under 4.5
1.61
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Ray'Sean Taylor (SIUE)
Over 2.5
2.00
Under 2.5
1.77
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J'Wan Roberts (Houston)
Over 1.5
2.32
Under 1.5
1.58
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Player Rebounds

J'Wan Roberts (Houston)
Over 5.5
2.07
Under 5.5
1.72
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Joseph Tugler (Houston)
Over 4.5
1.60
Under 4.5
2.28
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Ray'Sean Taylor (SIUE)
Over 3.5
2.10
Under 3.5
1.70
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Micro Betting

You don’t have to wait for the final outcome when it comes to college basketball micro betting. Instead, there’s the opportunity to wager on live lines which tend to be settled in a shorter space of time and the in-game odds are always changing.

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Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

SIU Edwardsville logo SIU Edwardsville Stats

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Moneyline

  • 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games

Moneyline

  • 10 wins and 0 defeats in the last 10 games

Point Spread

Point Spread

Total Points

Total Points

NCAAB Regular Season Table Select Season

Big 12 Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Houston 30-4 2523 1988 535 20-3 10-1 13W
Texas Tech 25-8 2670 2230 440 17-4 8-4 1L
BYU 24-9 2672 2339 333 18-2 6-7 1L
Iowa State 24-9 2652 2246 406 17-2 7-7 1L
Arizona 22-12 2779 2463 316 15-5 7-7 1L
Kansas 21-12 2515 2286 229 15-3 6-9 1L
West Virginia 19-13 2181 2074 107 14-6 5-7 1L
Baylor 19-14 2523 2282 241 15-3 4-11 1L
Cincinnati 18-15 2328 2169 159 12-5 6-10 1L
TCU 16-16 2162 2199 -37 14-6 2-10 3L
Utah 16-16 2409 2310 99 15-5 1-11 3L
Kansas State 16-17 2337 2297 40 13-7 3-10 1L
UCF 16-17 2604 2657 -53 13-6 3-11 1L
Oklahoma State 15-17 2323 2448 -125 13-5 2-12 1L
Colorado 14-20 2377 2430 -53 12-7 2-13 1L
Arizona State 13-19 2366 2447 -81 8-10 5-9 5L
Ohio Valley Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
SIU Edwardsville 22-11 2396 2182 214 14-3 8-8 3W
Southeast Missouri 21-12 2442 2212 230 13-5 8-7 1L
Little Rock 19-14 2287 2219 68 10-6 9-8 1L
Tennessee State 17-16 2577 2418 159 13-4 4-12 1L
Tennessee Tech 16-16 2333 2346 -13 10-6 6-10 3L
Lindenwood 16-17 2348 2354 -6 13-3 3-14 1L
Morehead State 15-17 2116 2199 -83 9-6 6-11 1L
UT Martin 14-19 2455 2373 82 8-6 6-13 1L
Eastern Illinois 12-19 2062 2140 -78 7-7 5-12 4W
Western Illinois 12-19 2130 2211 -81 8-8 4-11 2W
Southern Indiana 10-20 2144 2204 -60 8-7 2-13 2L
  • Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
  • PF = Total Points For
  • PA = Total Points Against
  • N. Pts = Point Differential
  • Home = Home Record
  • Away = Away Record
  • Strk = Current Streak

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