Utah Valley vs Tarleton State Prediction, Picks & Odds | 29 Jan 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: Utah Valley vs Tarleton State

The Utah Valley Wolverines square off against the Tarleton State Texans, with tip-off scheduled for 20:00 on Thursday, January 29.

We’re delighted to see Tarleton State have been given a headstart on the spread. Take the +4.5 at -110 when they go up against Utah Valley.

Utah Valley Wolverines were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road. California Baptist Lancers claimed a 78-71 (OT) win.

Tarleton State Texans were beaten last game and this was on the road. UT Arlington Mavericks claimed a 71-64 win.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last matchup between Utah Valley and Tarleton State saw the former win. It was a 91-85 scoreline. Utah Valley have enjoyed four consecutive wins against Tarleton State. They’ve landed 7 victories from the past 10 head-to-head meetings.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Utah Valley	25-8	2646	2259	387	18-1	7-7	1L
Tarleton State	14-18	2385	2349	36	10-6	4-12	5L

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Utah Valley vs Tarleton State Prediction & Picks

Our Utah Valley vs Tarleton State tips include the main match prediction, a correct score forecast and bet builder picks. Each section below offers expert insight into the key betting angles.

Game Prediction

Our best bet is Tarleton State at +4.5 on the spread. A win or narrow defeat would mean our pick at odds of -110 lands a really nice return for this college contest.

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Key Utah Valley vs Tarleton State stats:

• The +4.5 line has been covered by Tarleton State in 18 of their last 20 games at home.
• The +4.5 line has been covered by Tarleton State in 9 of their last 10 games at home.
• The +4.5 line has been covered by Tarleton State in 2 consecutive games at home.
• The -4.5 line hasn’t been covered by Utah Valley in 3 consecutive games on the road.
• The -4.5 line hasn’t been covered by Utah Valley in 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The -4.5 line hasn’t been covered by Utah Valley in 13 of their last 20 games on the road.

Tarleton State +4.5 Probability

Based on the latest odds from the top sportsbooks, our pick carries a 52.4% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this college basketball bet.

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Our Game Prediction

Tarleton State +4.5 @ -110 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Utah Valley 79 - 81 Tarleton State

There might not be too much between these teams, with our correct score pick being a 81-79 win for the Texans. There are huge odds available when it comes to this selection.

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Utah Valley vs Tarleton 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.

Utah Valley are -200 favorites and that means a 67% chance of winning this college game according to the Moneyline betting odds with the sportsbooks. For those wanting to back Tarleton State, you will find +164 about the underdogs.

The current spread is 4.5 and the total points line is 154.5. The Totals offers basketball fans an alternative way of getting involved. If you're keen on Over 154.5, this selection is available at -110.

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Moneyline

Utah Valley

-200

Tarleton State

+164

Point Spread

Utah Valley -4.5

-102

Tarleton State +4.5

-120

Total Points

Under 154.5

-110

Over 154.5

-110

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Utah Valley Stats

Tarleton State Stats

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• -4.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
• -4.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• +4.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
• +4.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 158.10 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 153.10 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 156.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 156.5 on the Road: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 83.90 pts and allowed 74.20 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 74.40 pts and allowed 78.70 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 156.10 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 151.30 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 156.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 156.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 81.40 pts and allowed 74.70 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 84.10 pts and allowed 67.20 pts in the last 10 home games

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Western Athletic	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Utah Valley	25-8	2646	2259	387	18-1	7-7	1L
Cal Baptist	25-8	2410	2230	180	17-0	8-8	6W
UT Arlington	18-14	2240	2134	106	10-5	8-9	1L
Utah Tech	19-15	2612	2548	64	12-4	7-11	1L
Tarleton State	14-18	2385	2349	36	10-6	4-12	5L
Abilene Christian	14-19	2321	2389	-68	11-6	3-13	1L
Southern Utah	10-22	2442	2544	-102	8-6	2-16	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

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