UT Rio Grande Valley vs McNeese Prediction, Picks & Odds | 23 Feb 2026
College Basketball Betting Preview: UT Rio Grande Valley vs McNeese
The UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros face the McNeese State Cowboys, with tip-off scheduled for 19:30 on Monday, February 23.
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.
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
|
29-5 | 2711 | 2247 | 464 | 18-0 | 11-5 | 11W |
UTRGV
|
19-14 | 2505 | 2293 | 212 | 11-5 | 8-9 | 1L |
UT Rio Grande Valley vs McNeese Prediction & Picks
We’ve lined up expert UT Rio Grande Valley vs McNeese 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 stats:
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
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
73
-
79
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.
UT Rio Grande Valley vs McNeese 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.
The favorites are 89% likely to win according to the sportsbooks’ latest Moneyline odds, with McNeese State priced at -833 to triumph in this college game. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, UT Rio Grande Valley are trading at +570.
The spread is calculated to be 11.5, while total points comes in at 145.5. The Totals offers basketball fans an alternative way of getting involved. If you're keen on Over 145.5, this selection is available at -120.
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UT Rio Grande Valley Stats
McNeese Stats
- 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +7.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
- +7.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games on the road
- -7.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
- -7.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 144.60 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 151.40 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 143.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
- Over 143.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 77.50 pts and allowed 67.10 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 80.40 pts and allowed 71.00 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 136.40 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 140.10 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 143.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
- Over 143.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 74.20 pts and allowed 62.20 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 76.60 pts and allowed 63.50 pts in the last 10 home games
NCAAB Table Select Season
| Southland | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
McNeese
|
29-5 | 2711 | 2247 | 464 | 18-0 | 11-5 | 11W |
Stephen F. Austin
|
28-5 | 2520 | 2176 | 344 | 16-2 | 12-3 | 1L |
|
UTRGV
|
19-14 | 2505 | 2293 | 212 | 11-5 | 8-9 | 1L |
Texas A&M-CC
|
18-16 | 2447 | 2304 | 143 | 11-5 | 7-11 | 1L |
New Orleans
|
15-18 | 2459 | 2563 | -104 | 6-6 | 9-12 | 1L |
Nicholls State
|
14-19 | 2388 | 2471 | -83 | 7-6 | 7-13 | 1L |
Lamar
|
12-19 | 2167 | 2143 | 24 | 7-9 | 5-10 | 8L |
Incarnate Word
|
12-19 | 2302 | 2285 | 17 | 10-7 | 2-12 | 1L |
Houston Christian
|
12-20 | 2147 | 2309 | -162 | 9-5 | 3-15 | 1L |
Texas A&M-Commerce
|
11-21 | 2246 | 2385 | -139 | 6-8 | 5-13 | 4L |
Northwestern State
|
10-22 | 2185 | 2317 | -132 | 8-6 | 2-16 | 3L |
SE Louisiana
|
9-22 | 2016 | 2184 | -168 | 5-7 | 4-15 | 1W |
- 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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