Texas vs Gonzaga Prediction, Picks & Odds | 21 Mar 2026
College Basketball Betting Preview: Texas vs Gonzaga
No. 11 Texas Longhorns face No. 3 Gonzaga Bulldogs in this NCAA Tournament Second Round matchup at Moda Center in Portland, with tip-off scheduled for 18:10 on Saturday, March 21.
We expect Gonzaga to cover the -5.5 line on the spread. This is a really good number and that’s why we’re playing the Bulldogs at -120 to overcome Texas Longhorns.
The Texas Longhorns (20-14, 10th in SEC) beat the Brigham Young Cougars 79-71 in the First Round.
The Gonzaga Bulldogs (31-3, 1st in WCC) progressed to the Second Round with a 73-64 win over the Kennesaw State Owls.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last head-to-head saw Texas claim a 93-74 win over Gonzaga.
| NCAAB Regular Season | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gonzaga
|
2-0 | 187 | 140 | 47 | 1-0 | 1-0 | 2W |
Texas
|
3-0 | 300 | 171 | 129 | 3-0 | 0-0 | 3W |
Texas vs Gonzaga Prediction & Picks
Approach Texas vs Gonzaga fully prepared with our expert match prediction, likely correct score outcome and a hand-picked bet builder designed for value.
Game Prediction
Bet on Gonzaga against the spread, with an attractive line of -5.5 that the favorites get the job done. There are odds of -120 that are currently on offer for this Second Round contest.
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 Texas vs Gonzaga stats:
Gonzaga -5.5 Probability
According to the latest odds, our pick has a 54.6% chance of delivering a return. However, our analysts think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.
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Same Game Parlay Pick
We’ve compiled a same game parlay that includes Gonzaga -5.5 on the spread, along with Over 147.5 points and Gonzaga/BTTS Yes on the Result & Both Teams to Score lines.
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Correct Score Prediction
73
-
81
Gonzaga
A 81-73 win for the Bulldogs is clearly a risky bet although this could be an exciting correct score option where there’s the chance to enjoy a huge potential return.
Texas vs Gonzaga 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.
Gonzaga are -263 favorites and that means a 72% chance of winning this NCAA Tournament game according to the Moneyline betting odds with the sportsbooks. Texas Longhorns are the underdogs at +200 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.
6.5 is the spread and 146.5 is the total points line. A Total wager relates to the number of points that will be scored overall. There’s an opportunity to bet Over 146.5 at -122.
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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Texas Stats
Gonzaga Stats
- Game Totals: An average of 158.70 pts in the previous 10 games
- Over 147.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 78.30 pts and allowed 80.40 pts in the last 10 games
NCAAB Regular Season Table Select Season
| Pacific-12 | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Oregon State
|
3-0 | 292 | 213 | 79 | 3-0 | 0-0 | 3W |
Boise State
|
2-0 | 232 | 134 | 98 | 2-0 | 0-0 | 2W |
Texas State
|
2-0 | 202 | 121 | 81 | 2-0 | 0-0 | 2W |
Utah State
|
2-0 | 184 | 114 | 70 | 2-0 | 0-0 | 2W |
|
Gonzaga
|
2-0 | 187 | 140 | 47 | 1-0 | 1-0 | 2W |
San Diego State
|
2-0 | 179 | 144 | 35 | 1-0 | 1-0 | 2W |
Colorado State
|
2-0 | 162 | 141 | 21 | 2-0 | 0-0 | 2W |
Fresno State
|
1-1 | 153 | 160 | -7 | 1-0 | 0-1 | 1L |
Washington State
|
0-3 | 203 | 231 | -28 | 0-1 | 0-2 | 3L |
| Southeastern | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Texas
|
3-0 | 300 | 171 | 129 | 3-0 | 0-0 | 3W |
LSU
|
3-0 | 282 | 158 | 124 | 3-0 | 0-0 | 3W |
Texas A&M
|
3-0 | 309 | 200 | 109 | 3-0 | 0-0 | 3W |
Mississippi State
|
3-0 | 286 | 189 | 97 | 3-0 | 0-0 | 3W |
Alabama
|
3-0 | 306 | 228 | 78 | 3-0 | 0-0 | 3W |
Florida
|
3-0 | 246 | 196 | 50 | 2-0 | 1-0 | 3W |
Georgia
|
3-0 | 249 | 211 | 38 | 3-0 | 0-0 | 3W |
Ole Miss
|
2-0 | 191 | 118 | 73 | 2-0 | 0-0 | 2W |
Vanderbilt
|
2-0 | 167 | 98 | 69 | 2-0 | 0-0 | 2W |
Auburn
|
2-0 | 167 | 112 | 55 | 2-0 | 0-0 | 2W |
Tennessee
|
2-0 | 160 | 106 | 54 | 2-0 | 0-0 | 2W |
Kentucky
|
2-0 | 174 | 137 | 37 | 2-0 | 0-0 | 2W |
South Carolina
|
2-0 | 159 | 123 | 36 | 2-0 | 0-0 | 2W |
Missouri
|
2-1 | 291 | 198 | 93 | 2-1 | 0-0 | 1W |
Oklahoma
|
2-1 | 229 | 197 | 32 | 2-1 | 0-0 | 2W |
Arkansas
|
1-1 | 178 | 152 | 26 | 1-0 | 0-1 | 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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