SIU Edwardsville vs Houston Prediction, Picks & Odds | 20 Mar 2025
No. 16 SIU Edwardsville Cougars (22-11, 13-7 OVC) face No. 1 Houston Cougars (30-4, 19-1 Big 12) in this Midwest Region first round game at INTRUST Bank Arena in Wichita, Kansas.
The best betting angle could be wagering on the totals when SIUE clash with Houston. Our prediction is for Over 125.5 points to be scored at odds of -115.
SIU Edwardsville Cougars won their previous game 69-48. This was a road victory against Southeast Missouri State Redhawks.
Houston Cougars were winners last time out. It was a 72-64 home victory against Arizona Wildcats.
| NCAAB Regular Season | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Houston
|
8-1 | 681 | 540 | 141 | 7-1 | 1-0 | 2W |
|
SIU Edwardsville
|
6-4 | 764 | 673 | 91 | 2-2 | 4-2 | 1L |
SIU Edwardsville vs Houston Prediction & Picks
These teams are capable of scoring more than 125.5 points in this college matchup. Therefore, we’re going Over the total line and expect a payout at -115.
A good deal of research goes into our college basketball picks. We start by studying the latest form and getting a handle on injuries. The key stats can then be used as the missing piece of the jigsaw.
Key SIU Edwardsville vs Houston stats:
Over 125.5 Probability
According to the latest odds, our pick has a 53.5% chance of winning. However, we think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. This college basketball wager can therefore be backed with confidence.
There’s a chance to secure larger odds when you wager on the Totals. The leading sportsbooks allow you to move the line for an Over pick until you’re happy with the potential return.
Player Prop Picks
Ring Malith (SIU Edwardsville) can be backed to total Under 4.5 rebounds at +120. There’s every chance that he will go Under as we’re confident he’ll fail to cover the Player Rebounds line.
Latest Ring Malith Player Prop Odds
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Ray'Sean Taylor (SIU Edwardsville) is available at -119 to score Under 14.5 points. It’s anticipated that his Player Points are going to fall below the total, with this bet offering plenty of appeal.
Latest Ray'Sean Taylor Player Prop Odds
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Same Game Parlay Picks
Our same game parlay pick is Over 125.5, SIU Edwardsville +28.5 on the spread and Ring Malith (SIU Edwardsville) to get Under 4.5 rebounds.
A basketball same game parlay is a single event wager where you make predictions that are going to happen in a particular game. Should a bettor get these picks correct, then they can achieve a big payout from a small stake.
Correct Score Prediction
53
-
77
Houston
There’s lots of entertainment when it comes to a correct score wager. A play on Houston to achieve a 77-53 victory should give bettors a good run for their money.
SIU Edwardsville vs 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 Moneyline betting odds might not be available with some sportsbooks as there’s a big underdog in the form of SIU Edwardsville. However, the Spread can provide some great alternative wagering options.
The spread is currently 28.5, with the total points line at 127.5. Basketball fans regularly enjoy the opportunity to bet on the Totals. The Over 127.5 selection is available to back at -105.
If you’re keen on Houston reaching 20 points before their opponents, the favorites are -5000 to oblige. Conversely, SIU Edwardsville can be backed at +1000 to make this total first.
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.
In terms of hitting the most buckets, favorite LJ Cryer is available at -116 to rack up Over 14.5 points. If you want to go Under, then -111 is available.
You don’t have to wait for the final outcome when it comes to college basketball micro betting. Instead, there’s the opportunity to wager on live lines which tend to be settled in a shorter space of time and the in-game odds are always changing.
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
SIU Edwardsville Stats
Houston Stats
- Game Totals: An average of 138.10 pts in the previous 10 games
- Over 125.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 72.50 pts and allowed 65.60 pts in the last 10 games
NCAAB Regular Season Table Select Season
| Big 12 | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Iowa State
|
9-0 | 851 | 581 | 270 | 6-0 | 3-0 | 9W |
Arizona
|
8-0 | 708 | 537 | 171 | 6-0 | 2-0 | 8W |
Oklahoma State
|
9-0 | 822 | 688 | 134 | 7-0 | 2-0 | 9W |
|
Houston
|
8-1 | 681 | 540 | 141 | 7-1 | 1-0 | 2W |
UCF
|
8-1 | 792 | 676 | 116 | 7-1 | 1-0 | 7W |
Colorado
|
8-1 | 796 | 706 | 90 | 8-0 | 0-1 | 1L |
BYU
|
7-1 | 682 | 544 | 138 | 5-1 | 2-0 | 4W |
Arizona State
|
7-2 | 733 | 683 | 50 | 5-2 | 2-0 | 1W |
Baylor
|
6-2 | 702 | 648 | 54 | 5-1 | 1-1 | 1L |
West Virginia
|
7-3 | 726 | 584 | 142 | 7-1 | 0-2 | 1L |
Kansas
|
7-3 | 746 | 637 | 109 | 6-1 | 1-2 | 1W |
Utah
|
7-3 | 814 | 787 | 27 | 7-1 | 0-2 | 1W |
TCU
|
6-3 | 708 | 603 | 105 | 4-3 | 2-0 | 1W |
Cincinnati
|
6-3 | 678 | 586 | 92 | 6-2 | 0-1 | 1L |
Texas Tech
|
6-3 | 709 | 654 | 55 | 6-0 | 0-3 | 1L |
Kansas State
|
5-4 | 759 | 723 | 36 | 5-2 | 0-2 | 4L |
| Ohio Valley | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UT Martin
|
7-2 | 685 | 585 | 100 | 4-0 | 3-2 | 3W |
|
SIU Edwardsville
|
6-4 | 764 | 673 | 91 | 2-2 | 4-2 | 1L |
Lindenwood
|
5-4 | 704 | 687 | 17 | 2-0 | 3-4 | 3W |
Tennessee State
|
5-4 | 732 | 691 | 41 | 3-0 | 2-4 | 1L |
Southeast Missouri
|
4-6 | 775 | 767 | 8 | 2-2 | 2-4 | 2W |
Tennessee Tech
|
4-6 | 788 | 788 | 0 | 2-1 | 2-5 | 1W |
Southern Indiana
|
3-7 | 737 | 777 | -40 | 2-1 | 1-6 | 2L |
Morehead State
|
3-7 | 761 | 825 | -64 | 2-0 | 1-7 | 3L |
Eastern Illinois
|
2-6 | 497 | 622 | -125 | 2-1 | 0-5 | 3L |
Western Illinois
|
2-7 | 603 | 706 | -103 | 2-2 | 0-5 | 1L |
Little Rock
|
2-7 | 595 | 709 | -114 | 1-1 | 1-6 | 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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