Missouri State vs Louisiana Tech Prediction, Picks & Odds | 26 Feb 2026
College Basketball Betting Preview: Missouri State vs Louisiana Tech
The Missouri State Bears face the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, with tip-off scheduled for 19:30 on Thursday, February 26.
We think a wager on the totals provides value after finding that the line is set at a generous 136.5. Expect Missouri State and LA Tech to surpass this number at -110.
Missouri State Bears were defeated in their previous game. On the road, they suffered a 70-67 reverse against Florida International Panthers.
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs suffered a defeat in their last game. A 58-55 scoreline occurred on the road against Kennesaw State Owls.
Head-to-Head Statistics
LA Tech triumphed 79-78 (OT) when they last played Missouri State.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Louisiana Tech
|
20-14 | 2375 | 2210 | 165 | 16-4 | 4-10 | 1L |
Missouri State
|
16-18 | 2551 | 2502 | 49 | 11-7 | 5-11 | 1L |
Missouri State vs Louisiana Tech Prediction & Picks
Our Missouri State vs Louisiana Tech betting preview covers everything you need, including a key match prediction, correct score insight and a value-packed bet builder recommendation.
Game Prediction
These teams are capable of scoring more than 136.5 points in this college matchup. Therefore, we’re going Over the total line and expect a payout at -110.
We put solid research behind every basketball pick, starting with recent form and a clear read on injuries. From there, key college hoops stats and advanced metrics help complete the picture and support smarter betting decisions.
Key Missouri State vs Louisiana Tech stats:
Over 136.5 Probability
The best betting apps make it a 52.4% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. In the opinion of our analysts, there’s actually a probability of success between 55-60%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.
If you are wanting bigger odds for your Total bet, then it’s possible to move the line and get more juice. You can choose to wager Over when it comes to different levels.
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Same Game Parlay Picks
We’ve got a same game parlay with three options: Over 136.5 points, Missouri State +2.5 and Missouri State/BTTS Yes on the Result & Both Teams to Score lines.
A same game parlay is a fantastic option for basketball bettors who want to focus their wagering on a single game. You can predict different outcomes and see their odds combined before going ahead and placing this tailored bet.
Correct Score Prediction
71
-
70
Louisiana Tech
We’re expecting a close contest so it might be worth going for Missouri State to win by a 71-70 scoreline. You can get a massive price and we should hopefully get a run for our money.
Missouri State vs Louisiana Tech 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.
Louisiana Tech are -149 favorites and that means a 60% chance of winning this college game according to the Moneyline betting odds with the sportsbooks. Missouri State are trading at bigger odds than their opponents and they can be backed at +125.
The current spread is 2.5 and total points is 136.5. The Totals offers basketball fans an alternative way of getting involved. If you’re wanting to back Over 136.5, the odds are -115.
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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Missouri State Stats
Louisiana Tech Stats
- 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
- 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
- +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road
- -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
- -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 151.60 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 150.80 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 134.5: Covered in the previous 10 games
- Over 134.5 on the Road: Covered in 9 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 75.20 pts and allowed 76.40 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 75.10 pts and allowed 75.70 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 144.10 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 144.00 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 8 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 74.70 pts and allowed 69.40 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 72.20 pts and allowed 71.80 pts in the last 10 home games
NCAAB Table Select Season
| Conference USA | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Liberty
|
25-7 | 2501 | 2253 | 248 | 14-4 | 11-3 | 1L |
Sam Houston
|
22-11 | 2714 | 2447 | 267 | 14-2 | 8-9 | 1L |
Kennesaw State
|
21-13 | 2834 | 2587 | 247 | 14-3 | 7-10 | 3W |
|
Louisiana Tech
|
20-14 | 2375 | 2210 | 165 | 16-4 | 4-10 | 1L |
Western Kentucky
|
18-14 | 2537 | 2436 | 101 | 13-6 | 5-8 | 3L |
Middle Tennessee
|
17-15 | 2414 | 2329 | 85 | 12-5 | 5-10 | 1L |
New Mexico State
|
16-16 | 2403 | 2303 | 100 | 11-6 | 5-10 | 1L |
|
Missouri State
|
16-18 | 2551 | 2502 | 49 | 11-7 | 5-11 | 1L |
Jacksonville State
|
15-17 | 2325 | 2188 | 137 | 10-9 | 5-8 | 1L |
FIU
|
15-17 | 2580 | 2492 | 88 | 12-7 | 3-10 | 1L |
UTEP
|
11-20 | 2149 | 2244 | -95 | 9-8 | 2-12 | 1L |
Delaware
|
10-21 | 2098 | 2293 | -195 | 6-11 | 4-10 | 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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