Planning on watching today’s Bobcats and Bearkats game? Catch the action at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum in Huntsville, TX, as the Bearkats hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 134 points, and the Bearkats are favored to win at home vs. the Bobcats.

TEXAS STATE BOBCATS VS SAM HOUSTON STATE BEARKATS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Sam Houston State Bearkats -4

This game will be played at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum at 7:30 ET on Friday, December 15th.

WHY BET THE SAM HOUSTON STATE BEARKATS:

  • We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Bearkats.
  • Not only will Sam Houston State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.
  • The over/under is currently sitting at 134 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.

Taking a Look at the Bobcats Chances on the Road

Texas State is getting ready for their 10th game of the season and currently have a 4-5 overall record. In their previous ten games on the road, including last year, Texas State has a record of 5-5. Heading into today’s game, Texas State has a 4-4 record against the spread this season. On the road, they are 3-2 ATS, and in their last ten road games, they have a solid 7-3 ATS record.

Texas State’s games have, on average, featured 135 points per game leading to an over/under record of 4-4-0. Their average over/under line is currently 136.5 points so far. In the Bobcats’ last five games, the combined scoring average stands at 136 points per game, accompanied by an over/under record of 2-2.

The Texas State offense is coming off a game in which they scored 58 points vs. Texas. Overall their field goal percentage was 41.4% while connecting on 3 threes. Leading Texas State in scoring vs. Texas was Dylan Dawson with his 15 points. Brandon Love also added 14 points for the Bobcats.

So far, the Bobcats’ defense is ranked 113rd in the country at 69.4 points per contest. So far, the Texas State defense is giving up an average of 7.6 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 13.1 times per game (564th).

Can the Bearkats Deliver Being Favored at Home?

Sam Houston State comes into today’s game against Texas State with a season record of 6-5. In their last five home games, which includes last year, Sam Houston State has a 4-1 record. As of now, Sam Houston State stands at 4-4 ATS going into their game against Texas State. In their previous five games, the team has a 1-3 record vs. the spread.

After 11 games, Sam Houston State has an over/under record of 6-2-0, with their games averaging a combined 145.1 points per game so far. When assessing the Bearkats’ performance in their last three games, their over/under record stands at 1-2, with their games averaging 138 points per game.

In their most recent game, the Sam Houston State offense put up just 60 points vs. the Missouri State Bears. Overall, they are now averaging 72.7 points per game which is 256th in the country. Offensively, the Bearkats hold a season-long field goal percentage of 39%, placing them 391st in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 273rd in terms of percentage and 172nd in three-pointers made.

Currently, the Bearkats’ defense holds the 148th rank in the nation, allowing 71.6 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 5.9 threes per game vs. Texas State. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 29.2%.