The Bobcats will play the Cougars on Thursday, December 21st, 2023. Your timezone's tip off time is 8:00 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Moneyline Mage
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The Texas State and Houston basketball teams will play on Thursday, December 21st, 2023 as the 2023-24 college basketball season continues to roll along. Now that both teams have a few games under their belts, let’s size up this matchup by looking at some performance metrics and key stats.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Texas State currently has a 98.67 conference power ranking so far in the 2023-24 season. The SportsBetting3.com conference power ranking for Houston is 100.00.
- Away Texas State - Texas State heads into this game with a 3-3 record as an away team, ranking them 2nd in the Sun Belt Conference for away team wins.
- Home Houston - Houston will host Texas State sporting a 6-0 record as a home team. They currently rank 3rd in the Big 12 Conference for home team wins for the 2023-24 season.
- Conference Win Percentage - Texas State currently ranks 1st (0.000) in the Sun Belt Conference, with Houston now standing 1st (0.000) for their conference win percentage in the 2023 Big 12 Conference for the 2023-24 college basketball season.
- Overall Win Percentage - Texas State has a 0.545 overall win percentage. Their opponent, Houston, has a 1.000 overall win percentage.
- Team Records - Texas State has a 6-5 regular season overall record. Houston has notched a 11-0 standing so far in the 2023-24 college basketball season.
Moneyline Mage
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Ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round for a magical clash of basketball prowess on December 21st! The Texas State wizards, with a 6-5 record, are ready to face the Houston sorcerers, who remain undefeated at 11-0 this season!
In the realm of college basketball, conference records hold great power, as they determine tournament seeds. Texas State stands at 0-0 in the Sun Belt Conference, seeking to make their mark. Houston, too, stands at 0-0 in the Big 12 Conference, ready to defend their undefeated streak.
The Texas State wizards have been on fire, winning their last three games in a row. Can they extend their charm against the formidable Houston sorcerers? Our point spread, total, and moneyline tables show the best lines and odds for this matchup. Place a bet at BetMGM, BetWay, or Betrivers to add a touch of excitement to the game!
As the game unfolds, let us review each team's futures odds and current standings below. Texas State is determined to rise through the ranks, while Houston seeks to maintain their undefeated status. With the magic of basketball flowing through the air, this clash promises to be a spectacle to behold. So, gather your wands and prepare for an enchanting battle on the court!
Best Bobcats at Cougars Odds
| Underdog Texas State | Favorite Houston |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Texas State | Favorite Houston |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
Houston is a -27.5 -110 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Texas State is a +27.5 -110 point spread underdog at BetMGM.
The best over line is 126.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 126.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
Houston is a -10000 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Texas State is a +1600 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
College Basketball Odds Example
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Game |
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Texas State
Houston
12/21/23 8:00pm EST | +27.5 -110-27.5 -110 |
Underdog Texas State - Texas State bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A +27.5 Texas State underdog bet wins if they lose by 27 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 28 or more.
Favorite Houston - Houston bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A -27.5 Houston favorite bet wins if they win by 28 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 27 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Texas State at Houston Prop Bets
Important Note: Some states expressly forbid individual college athlete prop bets. The following wagers may not be available depending on your particular state laws.
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Texas State
Houston
12/21/23 8:00pm EST | Pending BetMGM |
Team Standings
| Team | W-L | Win% | Home | Away | Conf | CGB | Conf% | Strk |
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| Big 12 | ||||||||
| #3 Houston | 32-5 | 0.865 | 17-0 | 7-3 | 15-3 | - | 0.833 | L1 |
| Sun Belt | ||||||||
| Texas State | 17-18 | 0.486 | 9-4 | 5-11 | 7-11 | +9 | 0.389 | L1 |
Texas State & Houston Futures Odds
Latest College Basketball Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review March Madness odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the college basketball tournament. Also be sure to read Ron Halfback's Final Four write-up.
Texas State Championship OddsNo NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament TM Texas State YR: futures available
Houston Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
 BetRivers |
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| Houston | +1100 Bet | +1100 Bet |
Texas State & Houston Team Pages
Review each team's futures odds, betting bonuses, current standings and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Texas State vs Houston College Basketball Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Thursday, December 21st, 2023 at 8:00 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Basketball page, look for the Texas State vs Houston Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's College Basketball page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Texas State vs Houston Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.
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