Houston vs Iowa State Prediction, Picks & Odds | 16 Feb 2026
College Basketball Betting Preview: Houston vs Iowa State
The Houston Cougars go up against the Iowa State Cyclones, with tip-off scheduled for 21:00 on Monday, February 16.
You can get -110 that there are Over 134.5 points and there’s plenty of juice in those odds. Houston and Iowa State should be able to keep the score ticking for our prediction to win.
Houston Cougars won their previous game which was at home. It was a 78-64 triumph against Kansas State Wildcats.
Iowa State Cyclones last game saw them claim a 74-56 home win over Kansas Jayhawks.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Houston had the edge in the most recent matchup between these teams. They recorded a 68-59 win over Iowa State. It’s been two wins for each team over the previous 4 H2H meetings.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Houston
|
28-6 | 2623 | 2137 | 486 | 20-2 | 8-4 | 1L |
Iowa State
|
27-7 | 2781 | 2215 | 566 | 19-1 | 8-6 | 1L |
Houston vs Iowa State Prediction & Picks
We cover the essential Houston vs Iowa State betting angles, featuring our main match prediction, correct score pick, top player prop plays and a carefully crafted bet builder.
Game Prediction
We think that 134.5 is a more than generous total for Over backers in this college showdown. Take the -110 that we see the teams combine to good effect.
Our basketball picks are built after tracking the latest team news and reviewing recent form. We also dive into stats, which often serve as a solid barometer for how the college hoops action might unfold.
Key Houston vs Iowa State stats:
Over 134.5 Probability
The best sportsbooks are estimating that there is a 52.4% likelihood of this pick delivering a return. Based on our cappers in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.
If you’re wanting bigger odds when wagering on the Totals, then the good news is that you can be in control of the line. Get more juice by betting Over a certain number.
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Player Prop Picks
Tamin Lipsey (Iowa State) can be backed to total Over 11.5 points at -118. He should be capable of going over the total which looks attractive when it comes to having a bet on Player Points.
Latest Tamin Lipsey Player Prop Odds
Chris Cenac Jr. (Houston) can be wagered to total Over 8.5 points at -143. We are going to choose a Player Points prop bet which will hopefully see him cover the line.
Latest Chris Cenac Jr. Player Prop Odds
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Same Game Parlay Picks
We’ve compiled a same game parlay that includes Over 134.5, combined with Houston +2.5 on the spread and Tamin Lipsey (Iowa State) to score Over 11.5 points.
A same game parlay allows bettors to place a multiple wager on the same basketball game. You can go through the available betting lines and select the outcomes that you think will happen. The odds for each pick are then combined together.
Correct Score Prediction
70
-
68
Iowa State
There’s every chance that this is going to be a close game and we’ll have a play on the Coogs enjoying a 70-68 winning scoreline. Hopefully this can go close.
Houston vs Iowa State Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
The latest Moneyline odds are -141 that Iowa State win, while Houston have been chalked up at +116. The sportsbooks award a 46% probability that the road team will be settled as a winning bet.
2.5 is the spread and 135.5 is the total points line. A Total bet is always available and can often provide value selections. If you want to wager Over 135.5, there are odds of -110.
You’ll find a broad selection of team props and game lines for most college contests, with the best basketball betting sites offering plenty of options. Be sure to review both the pre-game and in-game markets before placing your bets.
Milan Momcilovic is the favorite to hit the most buckets. You can get -123 that he scores Over 16.5 points or -105 that he goes Under.
Among the various options for wagering on college basketball, you will find that micro betting is provided. It focuses on short-term in-game outcomes such as Next Field Goal, where you select if the shot will be a two or three-pointer.
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Houston Stats
Iowa State Stats
- 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
- 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games on the road
- +2.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
- +2.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games on the road
- -2.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
- -2.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 142.50 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 143.20 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 134.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
- Over 134.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 79.80 pts and allowed 62.70 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 75.40 pts and allowed 67.80 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 145.70 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 143.20 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 134.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
- Over 134.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 78.00 pts and allowed 67.70 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 81.70 pts and allowed 61.50 pts in the last 10 home games
NCAAB Table Select Season
| Big 12 | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Arizona
|
32-2 | 2929 | 2339 | 590 | 21-1 | 11-1 | 9W |
|
Houston
|
28-6 | 2623 | 2137 | 486 | 20-2 | 8-4 | 1L |
|
Iowa State
|
27-7 | 2781 | 2215 | 566 | 19-1 | 8-6 | 1L |
Kansas
|
23-10 | 2496 | 2290 | 206 | 17-2 | 6-8 | 1L |
Texas Tech
|
22-10 | 2573 | 2324 | 249 | 16-4 | 6-6 | 3L |
BYU
|
23-11 | 2853 | 2561 | 292 | 17-4 | 6-7 | 1L |
TCU
|
22-11 | 2584 | 2378 | 206 | 16-5 | 6-6 | 1L |
UCF
|
21-11 | 2591 | 2511 | 80 | 15-5 | 6-6 | 1L |
Oklahoma State
|
19-14 | 2781 | 2736 | 45 | 14-5 | 5-9 | 1L |
West Virginia
|
18-14 | 2214 | 2072 | 142 | 15-6 | 3-8 | 1L |
Cincinnati
|
18-15 | 2413 | 2230 | 183 | 16-4 | 2-11 | 1L |
Colorado
|
17-15 | 2559 | 2542 | 17 | 15-7 | 2-8 | 2L |
Arizona State
|
17-16 | 2519 | 2585 | -66 | 13-6 | 4-10 | 1L |
Baylor
|
16-16 | 2642 | 2469 | 173 | 12-8 | 4-8 | 1L |
Kansas State
|
12-20 | 2546 | 2619 | -73 | 11-8 | 1-12 | 2L |
Utah
|
10-22 | 2379 | 2531 | -152 | 9-9 | 1-13 | 6L |
- 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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