Houston vs UCF Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds | 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.
Head-to-Head Statistics
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.
Houston vs UCF Prediction & Betting Tips
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.
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:
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.
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Our Pick
Houston -11.5 @ -110
Player Prop Picks
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
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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
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Houston vs UCF Same Game Parlay Picks
Get in the game with a same game parlay. Our picks are Houston to cover the -13.5 spread, Over 137.5 on the total and Emanuel Sharp (Houston) to get Under 3.5 rebounds.
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Correct Score Prediction
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.
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Betting Lines & Odds
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
Player Assists
Player Rebounds
Last 5 & H2H
Houston
Head to Head
Houston vs UCF
- NCAAB: 07/03 2024 Houston 67 UCF 59
- NCAAB: 20/01 2024 UCF 42 Houston 57
- NCAAB: 26/01 2023 Houston 82 UCF 71
- NCAAB: 31/12 2022 UCF 65 Houston 71
- NCAAB: 18/02 2022 UCF 52 Houston 70
- NCAAB: 30/01 2022 Houston 63 UCF 49
- NCAAB: 17/01 2021 UCF 58 Houston 75
- NCAAB: 26/12 2020 Houston 63 UCF 54
- NCAAB: 04/01 2020 UCF 63 Houston 78
- NCAAB: 02/03 2019 UCF 69 Houston 64
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Houston Stats
UCF Stats
Moneyline
- 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
- 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
Point Spread
- -11.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
- -11.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games on the road
Point Spread
- +11.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
- +11.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 home games
Total Points
- Game Totals: An average of 126.90 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 143.50 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 136.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
- Over 136.5 on the Road: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 74.40 pts and allowed 52.50 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 74.60 pts and allowed 68.90 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Total Points
- Game Totals: An average of 154.30 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 150.00 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 136.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
- Over 136.5 at Home: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 77.00 pts and allowed 77.30 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 75.80 pts and allowed 74.20 pts in the last 10 home games
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