Houston vs UCF Prediction, Bet Builder Tips & Odds | NCAAB, 18 Jan 2025

Take Houston Against the Spread

We strongly fancy the chances of Houston beating UCF handsomely. That is why we’re betting the favorites at -11.5 on the spread at -110.

Houston Have Claimed 9 Wins in 10 on H2H

Houston Cougars won their previous game which was at home. It was a 70-54 triumph against West Virginia Mountaineers.

UCF Knights triumphed in their last game. It was on the road where Arizona State Sun Devils were beaten 95-89.

The scoreline was 67-59 in favor of Houston when they last played UCF. Houston have nine straight victories against UCF. They have won 9 of the 10 previous head-to-head matchups.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Houston	30-4	2523	1988	535	20-3	10-1	13W
UCF	16-17	2604	2657	-53	13-6	3-11	1L

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Expert College Basketball Analysis

We use the latest injury information to come up with the best possible college basketball predictions. You will also see that we take a stats-led approach by considering the key numbers.

Key Houston vs UCF stats:

• The -11.5 line has been covered by Houston in all of their last 5 games.
• The -11.5 line has been covered by Houston in 9 of their last 10 games.
• The -11.5 line has been covered by Houston in 9 consecutive games.

Houston vs UCF Prediction

We’re really sweet on Houston who are -11.5 on the spread. They should enjoy a big win in this college contest and cover the generous line at odds of -110.

If you’re hunting for bigger odds, then a Bet Builder could be the perfect way to go. Combine Houston against the spread with other picks until you’re happy with the overall price.

Houston -11.5 Probability

According to the sportsbooks, our pick has a 52.4% chance of winning. Based on our analysts in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 55-60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this college basketball bet.

Our Pick

Houston -11.5 @ -110 Bet Now

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Player Props

Emanuel Sharp Under 3.5 Rebounds -120

Emanuel Sharp (Houston) is available at -120 to rack up Under 3.5 rebounds. We really like this player prop so we’re going to bet on him to fall short when it comes to rebounds.

Latest Emanuel Sharp Player Prop Odds

Points

Over 14.5

-112

Under 14.5

-115

Assists

Over 1.5

+167

Under 1.5

-222

Rebounds

Over 3.5

-108

Under 3.5

-120

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LJ Cryer Over 1.5 Assists -169

LJ Cryer (Houston) can be backed to finish with Over 1.5 assists at -169. With some confidence, we can shoot for him to cover the generous Player Assists total.

Latest LJ Cryer Player Prop Odds

Points

Over 15.5

-105

Under 15.5

-123

Assists

Over 1.5

-169

Under 1.5

+130

Rebounds

Over 1.5

-185

Under 1.5

+140

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Correct Score Prediction

Houston 79 - 65 UCF

If you want to take a chance on a correct score, then Houston to enjoy a 79-65 win could be along the right lines. There are enormous odds for this particular outcome.

Houston vs UCF 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.

Houston Big Favorites on the Moneyline

Houston are strong -1111 favorites to win this college game according to the Moneyline betting odds. The sportsbooks give them a 92% chance of claiming victory. At +680, UCF are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

The current spread is 13.5 and total points is 137.5. Having a wager on the Totals is one of the most popular basketball bets. If you want to back Over 137.5, it’s -110.

There’s a chance to back Houston at -400 to reach the 20-point total before their opponents. Should you want to go against the favorites, UCF are available at +270.

If you’re planning to place a bet on a college basketball contest, visit the betting sites and check out the many available game lines and team props. Find the lines which are the most attractive.

Betting Lines & Odds

Moneyline

Houston

-1111

UCF

+680

Point Spread

Houston -13.5

-102

UCF +13.5

-120

Total Points

Under 137.5

-110

Over 137.5

-110

LJ Cryer Favorite to Get the Most Buckets

In terms of hitting the most buckets, favorite LJ Cryer is available at -105 to rack up Over 15.5 points. If you want to go Under, then -123 is available.

Player Points

LJ Cryer (Houston)

Over 15.5

-105

Under 15.5

-123

Emanuel Sharp (Houston)

Over 14.5

-112

Under 14.5

-115

Keyshawn Hall (UCF)

Over 14.5

-100

Under 14.5

-130

Darius Johnson (UCF)

Over 12.5

-112

Under 12.5

-115

J'Wan Roberts (Houston)

Over 11.5

-100

Under 11.5

-130

Milos Uzan (Houston)

Over 8.5

-112

Under 8.5

-115

Joseph Tugler (Houston)

Over 6.5

+118

Under 6.5

-154

Player Assists

Milos Uzan (Houston)

Over 4.5

-123

Under 4.5

-105

Darius Johnson (UCF)

Over 3.5

-103

Under 3.5

-125

LJ Cryer (Houston)

Over 1.5

-169

Under 1.5

+130

Emanuel Sharp (Houston)

Over 1.5

+167

Under 1.5

-222

Keyshawn Hall (UCF)

Over 1.5

-143

Under 1.5

+110

J'Wan Roberts (Houston)

Over 1.5

-103

Under 1.5

-125

Player Rebounds

Keyshawn Hall (UCF)

Over 5.5

+118

Under 5.5

-154

Joseph Tugler (Houston)

Over 5.5

-115

Under 5.5

-112

Emanuel Sharp (Houston)

Over 3.5

-108

Under 3.5

-120

Darius Johnson (UCF)

Over 3.5

+110

Under 3.5

-143

Milos Uzan (Houston)

Over 3.5

-118

Under 3.5

-110

LJ Cryer (Houston)

Over 1.5

-185

Under 1.5

+140

Last 5 & H2H

Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

NCAAB Table Select Season 2024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

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

• 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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