As college basketball heats up, an intriguing matchup awaits on January 11, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. EST, when the Florida International Golden Panthers take on the Sam Houston Bearkats.
With both teams sporting identical 7-9 records on the season, this clash presents an intriguing betting opportunity.
Florida International, under the guidance of head coach Jeremy Ballard, will lean on standout players Jayden Brewer and Jonathan Aybar. Meanwhile, Sam Houston's head coach, Chris Mudge, will look to Lamar Wilkerson and Marcus Boykin to drive the Bearkats' offense.
When considering the spread, Florida International has a slight edge against the spread this season, boasting an 8-7 record compared to Sam Houston's 3-10. The game has a spread of Sam Houston -7.5, with odds of -112, while FIU stands at +7.5 with odds of -108.
The over/under is pegged at 153.5, hinting at a potentially high-scoring affair given both teams' offensive capabilities and defensive vulnerabilities.
Here's a FIU at Sam Houston prediction and pick for this Conference-USA clash.
FIU vs. Sam Houston Odds
- FIU at Sam Houston spread: FIU +7.5, -108 | Sam Houston -7.5, -112
- FIU at Sam Houston Over/Under: o153.5 (-109) | u153.5 (-110)
- FIU at Sam Houston Moneyline: FIU +240 | Sam Houston -300
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