BYU vs Houston

Houston enters this matchup riding a eleven-game winning streak, bringing contagious momentum against a BYU squad that has won their last nine. Although BYU’s veteran center remains day-to-day with a lingering foot concern, the Cougars from Utah will rely on their lethal long-range shooters, who have historically found success against Houston’s perimeter defense. On the other side, Houston’s star guard has consistently torched BYU in previous meetings, averaging notable point totals whenever the teams meet. With both squads having played well over 41 games, every victory now carries added postseason significance, and Houston’s reliable interior presence combined with their current run of form should prove too fierce for BYU to counter.

Houston’s leading scorer aims to extend his team’s recent eleven-game surge as they lock horns with BYU, which has won their last nine games14-6-23-8 overall mark. With one of BYU’s starting guards questionable after a wrist injury and Houston’s 19-1-27-4 record headlined by a big man who has historically posted double-doubles against the Cougars’ cross-conference rivals, this matchup appears set for a fast-paced affair that could push the total beyond 135.5. Should the Over prevail, it earns an A- rating for its strong likelihood of success and could nearly double the original stake. Prepare for end-to-end action… “When the scoring floodgates open, ride the wave!”

Houston has been torching opponents lately, powering them to an impressive eleven game streak. Their past trips to face top-tier American Athletic foes have included gritty battles, showing they usually keep it tighter than expected when playing elite competition. The recommended pick here is BYU to cover +7.5, grading this wager at a solid B, with a worthwhile payout on the line if they manage to keep it close.