West Virginia vs Houston Prediction, Picks & Odds | 13 Jan 2026
College Basketball Betting Preview: West Virginia vs Houston
The West Virginia Mountaineers battle the Houston Cougars, with tip-off scheduled for 20:30 on Tuesday, January 13.
There are odds of -110 available for our West Virginia vs Houston prediction. We think that the points will be racked up cumulatively and we’re going for Over 129.5 in total.
West Virginia Mountaineers won their previous game which was at home. It was a 86-75 triumph against Kansas Jayhawks.
Houston Cougars triumphed in their last game. It was on the road where Baylor Bears were beaten 77-55.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Houston won the most recent matchup between these teams. A 63-49 victory was registered against West Virginia. For the past 3 games involving these teams, there has been a Houston win every time.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Houston
|
28-6 | 2623 | 2137 | 486 | 20-2 | 8-4 | 1L |
West Virginia
|
18-14 | 2214 | 2072 | 142 | 15-6 | 3-8 | 1L |
West Virginia vs Houston Prediction & Picks
This West Virginia vs Houston betting guide features sharp analysis across major markets, including a match prediction, correct score bet, valuable player prop picks and a strategic bet builder.
Game Prediction
These teams are capable of scoring more than 129.5 points in this college matchup. Therefore, we’re going Over the total line and expect a payout at -110.
The handicappers at Sportsgambler.com stay on top of the latest injuries, while recent form also shapes our basketball predictions. We combine this insight with up-to-date college hoops stats for sharper picks.
Key West Virginia vs Houston stats:
Over 129.5 Probability
Based on the odds from the top betting sites, there’s a 52.4% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. Based on our analysts research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.
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.
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Player Prop Picks
Milos Uzan (Houston) can be backed to rack up Over 10.5 points at -110. We are going to choose a Player Points prop bet which will hopefully see him cover the line.
Latest Milos Uzan Player Prop Odds
Brenen Lorient (West Virginia) can be backed to register Under 4.5 rebounds at -125. We think he might fall short of the mark when it comes to this Player Rebounds bet.
Latest Brenen Lorient Player Prop Odds
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Same Game Parlay Picks
We’ve loaded up a same game parlay with the combined picks of Over 128.5, Houston -13.5 and Milos Uzan (Houston) to score Over 10.5 points.
The same game parlay option allows you to combine different outcomes within the same game. You need all your picks to be correct although bettors love to place a tailored basketball bet on the matchup which interests them most.
Correct Score Prediction
60
-
77
Houston
There are lots of different betting angles including the chance to back the Coogs on the correct score lines. For example, a 77-60 victory in their favor is available at massive odds.
West Virginia vs Houston 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.
You might not get rich backing Houston at -1250. However, the sportsbooks’ betting odds imply a 93% chance of winning this college game. West Virginia are trading at bigger odds than their opponents and they can be backed at +760.
13.5 is where the spread lies, with total points being 127.5 right now. The advantage of the Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. If you fancy Over 127.5, this outcome can be backed at -110.
The top basketball sportsbooks offer a huge selection of game lines and team props when it comes to most college games. Make sure you look through all the available options before deciding which bet to place.
Kingston Flemings is the market leader to land the most baskets. He is priced at -108 to score Over 16.5 points. Alternatively, you can back Under at -120.
Micro betting is something that’s really popular with bettors, with college basketball fans essentially being able to wager in-game when it comes to score, player and team props. Check out the two-way lines where you can bet whether the next shot will be a Two-pointer or a Three-pointer.
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
West Virginia Stats
Houston Stats
- 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
- 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +13.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
- +13.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games on the road
- -13.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
- -13.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 141.90 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 133.50 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 129.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
- Over 129.5 on the Road: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 76.60 pts and allowed 65.30 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 62.60 pts and allowed 70.90 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 139.50 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 136.80 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 129.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
- Over 129.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 77.60 pts and allowed 61.90 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 78.50 pts and allowed 58.30 pts in the last 10 home games
NCAAB Table Select Season
| Big 12 | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Arizona
|
32-2 | 2929 | 2339 | 590 | 21-1 | 11-1 | 9W |
|
Houston
|
28-6 | 2623 | 2137 | 486 | 20-2 | 8-4 | 1L |
Iowa State
|
27-7 | 2781 | 2215 | 566 | 19-1 | 8-6 | 1L |
Kansas
|
23-10 | 2496 | 2290 | 206 | 17-2 | 6-8 | 1L |
Texas Tech
|
22-10 | 2573 | 2324 | 249 | 16-4 | 6-6 | 3L |
BYU
|
23-11 | 2853 | 2561 | 292 | 17-4 | 6-7 | 1L |
TCU
|
22-11 | 2584 | 2378 | 206 | 16-5 | 6-6 | 1L |
UCF
|
21-11 | 2591 | 2511 | 80 | 15-5 | 6-6 | 1L |
Oklahoma State
|
19-14 | 2781 | 2736 | 45 | 14-5 | 5-9 | 1L |
|
West Virginia
|
18-14 | 2214 | 2072 | 142 | 15-6 | 3-8 | 1L |
Cincinnati
|
18-15 | 2413 | 2230 | 183 | 16-4 | 2-11 | 1L |
Colorado
|
17-15 | 2559 | 2542 | 17 | 15-7 | 2-8 | 2L |
Arizona State
|
17-16 | 2519 | 2585 | -66 | 13-6 | 4-10 | 1L |
Baylor
|
16-16 | 2642 | 2469 | 173 | 12-8 | 4-8 | 1L |
Kansas State
|
12-20 | 2546 | 2619 | -73 | 11-8 | 1-12 | 2L |
Utah
|
10-22 | 2379 | 2531 | -152 | 9-9 | 1-13 | 6L |
- 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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