Memphis vs Rice Prediction, Picks & Odds | 03 Jan 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: Memphis vs Rice

The Memphis Tigers battle the Rice Owls, with tip-off scheduled for 15:00 on Saturday, January 3.

Over 143.5 points are expected to be scored when Memphis and Rice meet, with this prediction available at odds of -110 and this looks like a value bet.

Memphis Tigers won their previous game which was at home. It was a 57-48 triumph against North Texas Mean Green.

Rice Owls lost on the road in their last game. Tulsa Golden Hurricane won 97-48.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Memphis have won in their last two matchups with Rice. It was 86-83 on the road before they enjoyed a 84-72 winning scoreline at home. The past 3 clashes between these teams have seen two Memphis wins.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Rice	13-18	2291	2311	-20	9-8	4-10	1W
Memphis	13-19	2407	2454	-47	10-8	3-11	1L

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Memphis vs Rice Prediction & Picks

This Memphis vs Rice betting guide features sharp analysis across major markets, including an expert match prediction, correct score bet and a strategic bet builder.

Game Prediction

The two teams should be able to accumulate enough points for our pick to win. We’re forecasting Over 143.5 and odds of -110 are available for this college showdown.

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Key Memphis vs Rice stats:

• The 143.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 Memphis games on the road.
• The 143.5 line has been covered in 16 of the last 20 Memphis games.
• The 143.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Rice games.
• The 143.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Rice games.
• The 143.5 line has been covered in the last 2 Rice games.
• The 143.5 line has been covered in the last 3 games between these teams.

Over 143.5 Probability

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 52.4% chance of landing a return. Our analysts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 55-60%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Memphis 77 - 71 Rice

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Memphis vs Rice 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.

At betting odds of -500 with the sportsbooks, Memphis are regarded as 83% likely to win this college game. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Rice are trading at +365.

The current spread is 9.5 and total points is 143.5. A Total wager relates to the number of points that will be scored overall. If you fancy Over 143.5, this outcome can be backed at -110.

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Moneyline

Memphis

-500

Rice

+365

Point Spread

Memphis -9.5

-102

Rice +9.5

-120

Total Points

Under 143.5

-110

Over 143.5

-110

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Memphis Stats

Rice Stats

Moneyline

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

Moneyline

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

Point Spread

• -8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
• -8.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• +8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
• +8.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 144.10 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 153.50 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 143.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 143.5 on the Road: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 73.10 pts and allowed 71.00 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 76.30 pts and allowed 77.20 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 151.20 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 142.90 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 143.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 143.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 72.60 pts and allowed 78.60 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 77.20 pts and allowed 65.70 pts in the last 10 home games

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

American Athletic Conference	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Tulsa	26-7	2824	2409	415	15-2	11-5	1L
South Florida	25-8	2895	2492	403	16-4	9-4	11W
Wichita State	22-11	2562	2324	238	15-5	7-6	1L
UAB	20-12	2535	2361	174	9-10	11-2	1L
North Texas	19-14	2341	2225	116	13-5	6-9	1L
Florida Atlantic	18-15	2596	2453	143	12-6	6-9	1L
Tulane	18-15	2389	2493	-104	10-9	8-6	1L
Charlotte	17-17	2492	2530	-38	12-7	5-10	1L
Temple	16-16	2366	2264	102	10-7	6-9	2L
Rice	13-18	2291	2311	-20	9-8	4-10	1W
Memphis	13-19	2407	2454	-47	10-8	3-11	1L
East Carolina	11-20	2217	2401	-184	7-12	4-8	2L
UTSA	5-25	2084	2422	-338	2-12	3-13	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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