Sam Houston vs Baylor Prediction College Basketball Picks 11/12/24

In this article, we will formulate a Sam Houston vs Baylor prediction for this College Basketball game on Tuesday, November 12th at Foster Pavilion in Waco, Texas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Preview

The Sam Houston Bearkats are 1-1 this year after they defeated Tarleton State by a score of 91-62 in their last game. Sam Houston led 47-34 at halftime and they cruised to the easy win in the second half. The Bearkats shot 48.4% from the field, 53.8% on three-pointers, and 63% on free throws in the game. Dorian Finister led Sam Houston with 15 points and 11 rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Bearkats lost to Nevada by a score of 91-75 in their season opener. Sam Houston has scored 83 points per game and they have allowed 76.5 points per game, while also averaging 36.5 rebounds and 17.5 assists per game this season. Dorian Finister is averaging 13 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 1.5 steals per game, while Sam Houston is shooting 45.4% from the field, 70.8% on free throws, and 47.1% on three-pointers this year. 

Baylor Bears Betting Preview

The Baylor Bears are 1-1 this season after they defeated Arkansas by a score of 72-67 in their last game. Baylor led 42-33 at halftime and they were able to get the win, despite only scoring 30 points in the second half. The Bears shot 46.6% from the field, 29.2% on three-pointers, and 64.7% on free throws in the game. Jayden Nunn led Baylor with 16 points and three steals in the victory. 

Prior to that game, the Bears lost to Gonzaga by a score of 101-63 in their first game. Baylor has scored 67.5 points per game and they have allowed 84 points per game, while also averaging 32 rebounds and 11.5 assists per game this season. Norchad Omier is averaging 15 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 0.5 blocks per game, while Baylor is shooting 41.7% from the field, 67.6% on free throws, and 22.2% on three-pointers this year. Baylor will face Tarleton State, St. John’s, New Orleans, UConn, Abilene Christian, and Norfolk State after this one.

Why Sam Houston will cover

• Sam Houston State has won nine of its last 11 games.
• Baylor has lost the first half in four of its last five games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Sam Houston State’s last six road games against AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 142 or fewer points.
• Four of Baylor’s last five games at Foster Pavilion have produced a total of 152+ points.

Sam Houston vs Baylor Prediction 

Baylor comes into this matchup after barely getting by Arkansas in their last game, which was a much better result than the blowout loss they had against Gonzaga to open the season. The Bears opened the season against two very solid programs, but they will get to catch their breath here. Sam Houston is also 1-1 on the season and they lost by 16 points to Nevada in their opener. Baylor is the way better team on paper, but I feel like this could be a sloppy game for them, as the level of their opponent severely drops off. Take Sam Houston and the points here.