The New Orleans Privateers will travel to Houston, Texas, to take on the #7 Houston Cougars at the Fertitta Center. This non-conference game is set for Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM ET. Fans can catch the action live on ESPN+. The Privateers come into this game with a 4-7 record for the season. On the other side, the Cougars boast a strong 9-1 record. Houston will look to continue their success at home, where they have a 7-1 record this season. <h2>New Orleans Privateers vs Houston Cougars Game Day Info</h2> <ul><li>Sport: College Basketball</li><li>Teams: New Orleans Privateers vs #7 Houston Cougars</li><li>Venue: Fertitta Center, Houston TX</li><li>Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM ET</li><li>Betting Odds:        <ul><li>New Orleans Spread: +32.5 (-109)</li><li>Houston Spread: -32.5 (-117)</li><li>Over/Under: 138.5</li></ul></li></ul> <h2>New Orleans Privateers Team Preview</h2> <p>The New Orleans Privateers have had a mixed start to their season. They hold a 4-7 overall record and have struggled on the road, with a 2-6 record away from home. Their most recent game was a narrow victory against Incarnate Word Cardinals, winning 84-83.</p> <p>Offensively, the Privateers average 77.2 points per game. They have been effective from beyond the arc, shooting 36.6% from three-point range. However, their two-point shooting has been less reliable, sitting at 49.0%.</p> <p>Key players include Coleton Benson and Jakevion Buckley, who are top contributors in scoring. Benson averages 15.1 points per game, while Buckley adds 14.2 points. MJ Thomas also stands out with an average of 10.2 points and 7.8 rebounds per game.</p> <h2>Houston Cougars Team Preview</h2> <p>The Houston Cougars have been impressive in their recent games. They secured a big win against Jackson State with a score of 80-38. Emanuel Sharp stood out with 23 points and a 72.7% field goal percentage. This victory followed another home win over Florida State, where they won by 15 points.</p> <p>Houston's overall season performance is strong, with a 9-1 record. They have a high national ranking at #7 and play in the competitive Big 12 Conference. Their offense averages 76.1 points per game, and they excel in three-point shooting with 9.1 made per game.</p> <p>The team has some room for improvement in free throws, making only 10.2 per game. On defense, they achieve 9.3 steals per game and maintain control with 9.7 turnovers per game. Key players like Emanuel Sharp and Kingston Flemings contribute significantly with their scoring and assists.</p> <h2>BTB Betting Pick</h2> <p>For the spread, New Orleans is getting +32.5 points against Houston. The Privateers score 77.2 points per game, while the Cougars average 76.1 points. Given this, New Orleans should cover the spread, as the scoring difference is not large enough to justify a 32.5-point gap.</p> <p>The total for the game is set at 138.5. Combined, New Orleans and Houston average 153.3 points per game. This suggests that betting on the over is a reasonable choice, as both teams have the potential to surpass the total points line based on their season performance.</p>

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