UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros (UTRGV)
Basketball NCAAB Mon 23 Feb 19:30
McNeese State Cowboys
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College Basketball Betting Preview: UT Rio Grande Valley vs McNeese State

The UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros face the McNeese State Cowboys, with tip-off scheduled for 19:30 on Monday, February 23.

Find Out Our Best Wager for the Game

UTRGV have been given a sizeable +10.5 on the spread and we’re looking to take advantage. Back the -102 that the underdogs avoid a big loss against McNeese State.

Teams’ Last Battle Saw 79-76 UTRGV Victory

UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros triumphed in their previous game. It was on the road where Southeastern Louisiana Lions were beaten 96-75.

McNeese State Cowboys won their last game which was at home. It was a 70-54 triumph against Texas A&M–Corpus Christi Islanders.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last matchup between UTRGV and McNeese saw the former win. It was a 79-76 scoreline. Both teams have won two games when it comes to the previous 4 H2H meetings.

NCAAB Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
McNeese 24-5 2335 1912 423 16-0 8-5 6W
UTRGV 16-12 2134 1949 185 8-5 8-7 2W
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UT Rio Grande Valley vs McNeese State Prediction & Picks

We’ve lined up expert UT Rio Grande Valley vs McNeese State betting tips, from our main match prediction and correct score call to bet builder advice. Read on for the full breakdown.

Game Prediction

We like the look of the underdogs +10.5 at odds of -102. We think UTRGV can take on the big favorites and put up a strong showing in this college matchup.

We keep a close eye on team news and our college basketball handicappers stay sharp by tracking the latest form and lineups. You’ll also find a full set of stats that offer valuable insight and help shape smarter predictions ahead of the action.

Key UT Rio Grande Valley vs McNeese State stats:

  • The +10.5 line has been covered by UTRGV in 16 consecutive games.
  • The +10.5 line has been covered by UTRGV in 19 of their last 20 games.

UTRGV +10.5 Probability

The top sportsbooks make it a 50.5% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. After careful examination, our team calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. This college basketball bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Same Game Parlay Picks

Spread UT Rio Grande Valley +10.5
Totals Over 144.5
Result & BTTS 60 UT Rio Grande Valley / Yes

Our same game parlay pick is UT Rio Grande Valley +10.5 on the spread, Over 144.5 points and UT Rio Grande Valley/BTTS Yes on the Result & Both Teams to Score lines.

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Correct Score Prediction

UTRGV UTRGV logo 73 - 79 McNeese logo McNeese

Correct score betting might be tough to predict but there’s a massive potential return if you get it right. We’ll try the Cowboys to achieve a 79-73 win at huge odds.

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UT Rio Grande Valley vs McNeese State 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.

McNeese Big Favorites on the Moneyline

The favorites are 88% likely to win according to the sportsbooks’ latest Moneyline odds, with McNeese State priced at -769 to triumph in this college game. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, UT Rio Grande Valley are trading at +530.

The spread is calculated to be 10.5, while total points comes in at 144.5. The Totals offers basketball fans an alternative way of getting involved. If you're keen on Over 144.5, this selection is available at -110.

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Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

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Moneyline
  • 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
  • 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
Moneyline
  • 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
  • 10 wins and 0 defeats in the last 10 home games
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NCAAB Table Select Season

Southland Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Stephen F. Austin 25-3 2175 1841 334 15-0 10-3 13W
McNeese 24-5 2335 1912 423 16-0 8-5 6W
UTRGV 16-12 2134 1949 185 8-5 8-7 2W
Texas A&M-CC 14-15 2087 1985 102 8-5 6-10 3L
New Orleans 13-15 2107 2208 -101 5-4 8-11 2W
Lamar 12-16 2002 1943 59 7-8 5-8 5L
Nicholls State 11-17 2073 2151 -78 5-5 6-12 2L
Incarnate Word 11-17 2113 2095 18 9-6 2-11 1W
Texas A&M-Commerce 11-18 2052 2169 -117 6-7 5-11 1L
Houston Christian 10-18 1887 2038 -151 8-4 2-14 1L
Northwestern State 9-19 1963 2062 -99 7-6 2-13 1W
SE Louisiana 8-20 1806 1965 -159 5-6 3-14 3L
  • 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