FIU vs Sam Houston Prediction, Picks & Odds | 11 Jan 2025

We’re not convinced FIU and Sam Houston are cumulatively going to produce enough points in relation to the total line. Therefore, we’re aiming to go Under 153.5 at -112.

Florida International Panthers lost on the road in their previous game. Louisiana Tech Bulldogs won 81-64.

Sam Houston Bearkats lost when they last took to the court. They were turned over 76-68 at home to Liberty Flames.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Sam Houston have beaten Florida International in their last two matchups. Scorelines of 70-56 and 78-59 were both achieved at home. The past 3 clashes between these teams have seen two Sam Houston wins.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Sam Houston	5-3	695	608	87	3-0	2-3	1L
FIU	4-3	587	547	40	4-1	0-2	2W

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FIU vs Sam Houston Prediction & Picks

153.5 points looks too big a number on the totals and we are therefore happy to play the -112 about Under when it comes to this college contest.

The formbook is always a good place to start ahead of making college basketball predictions. Team news is also an important port of call, while the stats we present always tell an interesting story.

Key FIU vs Sam Houston stats:

• The 153.5 line hasn’t been covered in any of the last 5 FIU games.
• The 153.5 line hasn’t been covered in 9 of the last 10 FIU games.
• The 153.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 8 FIU games.
• The 153.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 Sam Houston games.
• The 153.5 line hasn’t been covered in 12 of the last 20 Sam Houston games at home.
• The 153.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 3 Sam Houston games.
• The 153.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 3 games between these teams.

Under 153.5 Probability

The sportsbooks are estimating that there is a 52.9% likelihood of this pick winning. However, our cappers have this figure closer to 60% based on their in-depth research. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this college basketball bet.

Bettors looking for more juice from their Unders wager can check out the Match Result & Total lines. Here you simply combine points with the team that will win.

Our Game Prediction

Under 153.5 Points @ -112 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

FIU 68 - 78 Sam Houston

We’re going for the Kats to win by a 78-68 scoreline, something which is available at huge odds. This speculative wager can provide a big return for a small stake.

FIU vs Sam Houston 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.

The sportsbooks have Sam Houston at -385 when it comes to the Moneyline betting, implying the favorites are 79% likely to win this game according to the latest odds. For those wanting to back FIU, you will find +290 about the underdogs.

The spread is calculated to be 8.5, while total points comes in at 153.5. The Totals offers basketball fans an alternative way of getting involved. There’s the chance to back Under 153.5 at -110.

If you think Sam Houston can reach 20 points first, then odds of -240 are available for the favorites to win. On the flip side, Florida International are +170 to reach this total before their opponents.

College basketball fans are spoilt for choice thanks to the wide range of team props and game lines which are available for every contest on the coupon. Head to the betting sites and find the best value picks.

Moneyline

FIU

+290

Sam Houston

-385

Point Spread

FIU +8.5

-114

Sam Houston -8.5

-106

Total Points

Under 153.5

-110

Over 153.5

-110

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For those looking to enjoy a thrilling in-game wager, college basketball micro betting could be up your street. You are now able to wager on the Next Field Goal, with the options being for a two-pointer or a three-pointer.

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

FIU Stats

Sam Houston Stats

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +7.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
• +7.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -7.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
• -7.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 143.70 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 142.70 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 153.5: Covered in 1 of the previous 10 games
• Over 153.5 on the Road: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 72.40 pts and allowed 71.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 71.60 pts and allowed 71.10 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 155.60 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 151.90 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 153.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 153.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 78.00 pts and allowed 77.60 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 83.60 pts and allowed 68.30 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Conference USA	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
New Mexico State	6-1	523	450	73	5-0	1-1	1L
Kennesaw State	6-2	759	618	141	4-1	2-1	2W
Liberty	5-2	586	465	121	4-1	1-1	2L
Western Kentucky	5-2	605	548	57	4-1	1-1	1W
Sam Houston	5-3	695	608	87	3-0	2-3	1L
Middle Tennessee	5-3	654	577	77	4-1	1-2	1W
Missouri State	4-3	555	493	62	4-2	0-1	1W
Louisiana Tech	4-3	489	431	58	4-0	0-3	1L
FIU	4-3	587	547	40	4-1	0-2	2W
Jacksonville State	3-4	542	443	99	3-3	0-1	4L
UTEP	3-4	520	504	16	3-2	0-2	2L
Delaware	2-5	479	532	-53	2-3	0-2	1L

• 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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