BYU Cougars

BYU Cougars

Mar 14, 2025

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BYU Cougars vs Houston Cougars Prediction – 3/14/2025

The Big 12 Tournament semifinals are set to feature an exciting contest between the BYU Cougars and the Houston Cougars on March 14, 2025, at 7:00 pm Eastern Time. This matchup brings together two teams with impressive seasons, each aiming to secure a spot in the championship game.

BYU Cougars vs. Houston Cougars Game Preview

BYU enters the semifinals with a 24-8 record, having won their last nine games, including a 96-92 victory over Iowa State in the quarterfinals. Their offense has been potent, averaging 81.4 points per game, ranking them 29th nationally. Key contributors include Richie Saunders, who leads the team with 16.0 points per game, and Egor Demin, who adds 10.8 points and 5.6 assists per game.

Houston, boasting a 28-4 record, has been dominant throughout the season. They secured a 77-68 win over Colorado in the quarterfinals, marking their 12th consecutive victory. Houston's defense is formidable, allowing just 58.1 points per game, the best in the nation. Offensively, they average 74.2 points per game, with L.J. Cryer leading the scoring at 15.3 points per game, supported by Emanuel Sharp's 11.8 points per game.

Betting Insights

As of the latest reports, Houston is favored by 7.5 points, with the total points over/under set at 135.5. Bettors should consider the following factors:

  • BYU's Recent Performance: BYU has covered the spread in eight of their last nine games, indicating strong form against expectations.
  • Houston's Defensive Prowess: Houston's top-ranked defense could limit BYU's high-scoring offense, potentially affecting the total points scored.
  • Injury Concerns: Houston's J'Wan Roberts, averaging 11.1 points and 6.4 rebounds per game, is questionable due to an ankle injury sustained in the quarterfinals.

BYU Cougars vs. Houston Cougars Prediction

This semifinal clash presents a compelling contrast between BYU's high-powered offense and Houston's stifling defense. While BYU's recent offensive surge is noteworthy, Houston's defensive consistency throughout the season cannot be overlooked. The potential absence or limited capacity of J'Wan Roberts could impact Houston's interior defense and rebounding, providing BYU with opportunities to exploit.

Considering these factors, the game is likely to be closely contested. Houston's defensive strength and experience in high-pressure situations give them a slight edge. However, BYU's momentum and offensive capabilities suggest they can keep the game within the spread. Therefore, the recommendation is to take BYU to cover the +7.5 point spread, with Houston advancing to the finals in a narrow victory.

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Consensus

Spread Pick Consensus

+6.5/-105
64% BYU
-6.5/-115
36% HOU

Moneyline Pick Consensus

+250
3% BYU
-310
97% HOU

Total Pick Consensus

134.5/-110
12% UN
134.5/-110
88% OV

Stats

  • Team Stats Per Game
  • Advanced Game Stats
  • Rushing
  • Special Teams

Offense/Defense

BYU
Team Stats Per Game
HOU
81.81
PTS GM
58.44
59.69
FGA
50.81
.487
FG%
.383
.376
3PT%
.313
11
ORB
9.84
0.83
DRB
0.67
37.44
TRB
31.25
18.25
FTA
17.91
.700
FT%
.703
17.41
AST
10.91
3.16
BLK
2.5
12.09
TO
13.88
16.03
PF
16.12

Defense/Offense

BYU
Team Stats Per Game
HOU
70.78
PTS GM
74.28
58.19
FGA
58.84
.429
FG%
.460
.347
3PT%
.398
9.22
ORB
12.38
0.69
DRB
0.74
31.34
TRB
36.22
16.94
FTA
16.5
.703
FT%
.735
13.16
AST
12.25
2.5
BLK
4.59
11.97
TO
9.34
16.66
PF
16.53

Offense/Defense

BYU
Advanced Game Stats
HOU
67.9
Pace
62.3
118.2
Off.Rate
92.0
.306
FTr
.352
.484
3PAr
.434
.598
TS%
.493
54.4
TRB%
46.3
59.8
AST%
56.0
10.3
STL%
7.7
9.7
BLK%
6.4
.578
eFG%
.451
15.0
TOV%
19.0
33.2
ORB%
29.2
.214
TF/FGA
.248

Defense/Offense

BYU
Advanced Game Stats
HOU
67.9
Pace
62.3
102.3
Off.Rate
117.0
.291
FTr
.280
.443
3PAr
.340
.534
TS%
.557
45.6
TRB%
53.7
52.7
AST%
45.2
9.4
STL%
12.6
8.1
BLK%
16.0
.506
eFG%
.528
15.3
TOV%
12.3
25.9
ORB%
36.6
.205
TF/FGA
.206

Odds

  • Spread
  • MoneyLine
  • Over/Under
Open
Current
Book
BYU HOU
BYU HOU
Consensus
+7.5 (-108)
-7.5 (-110)
+7.0 (-108)
-7.0 (-113)
+7.5 (-105)
-7.5 (-110)
+6.5 (-105)
-6.5 (-115)
+7.5 (-102)
-7.5 (-120)
+6.5 (-102)
-6.5 (-120)
+7.5 (-107)
-7.5 (-110)
+7.0 (-107)
-7.0 (-114)
+7.5 (-115)
-7.5 (-110)
+7.0 (-115)
-7.0 (-105)
+7.5 (-105)
-7.5 (-110)
+6.5 (-105)
-6.5 (-115)
Open
Current
Book
BYU HOU
BYU HOU
Consensus
+275
-345
+253
-322
+275
-345
+250
-310
+280
-360
+240
-300
+285
-375
+265
-345
+278
-355
+240
-305
+275
-350
+240
-300
Open
Current
Book
Over Under
Over Under
Consensus
134.5 (-110)
134.5 (-110)
134.5 (-109)
134.5 (-112)
134.5 (-110)
134.5 (-110)
134.5 (-110)
134.5 (-110)
133.5 (-115)
133.5 (-105)
134.5 (-108)
134.5 (-112)
134.5 (-114)
134.5 (-112)
134.5 (-108)
134.5 (-113)
134.5 (-110)
134.5 (-110)
134.5 (-110)
134.5 (-110)
134.5 (-110)
134.5 (-110)
134.5 (-110)
134.5 (-110)

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