Texas A&M (22-9) vs Texas (18-14)
Game Info: Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 3:30 pm (Bridgestone Arena)
Betting Odds: Texas A&M -6.5 -- Over/Under: 138.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: SEC Network
In this article, we will formulate a Texas vs Texas A&M prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, March 13th at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Texas Longhorns Betting Preview
The Texas Longhorns are 18-14 (6-12) this season after they defeated Vanderbilt by a score of 79-72 in their last game. Texas led 41-26 at halftime, but they did allow 46 points in the second half in the win. The Longhorns shot 46.3% from the field, 25% on three-pointers, and 73.5% on free throws in the game. Tramon Mark led Texas with 19 points and two assists, while Tre Johnson added 19 points and one rebound in the win.
Prior to that victory, the Longhorns lost to Oklahoma by a score of 76-72 but did beat Mississippi State by a score of 87-82 before that. Texas has lost four of their last six games and they finished tied for 13th in the SEC standings with a 6-12 record. Texas has scored 78.1 points per game and they have allowed 71.4 points per game, while also averaging 35.9 rebounds and 13.2 assists per game this season. Tre Johnson is averaging 20.2 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game, while Arthur Kaluma is averaging 12.7 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game this year. Texas is shooting 46.3% from the field, 74.6% on free throws, and 36.3% on three-pointers this season.
Texas A&M Aggies Betting Preview
The Texas A&M Aggies are 22-9 (11-7) this year after they defeated LSU by a score of 66-52 in their last game. Texas A&M trailed 32-30 at halftime, but they held LSU to just 20 points in the second half in the win. The Aggies shot 42.3% from the field, 26.7% on three-pointers, and 72% on free throws in the game. Wade Taylor IV led Texas A&M with 17 points and six rebounds, while Henry Coleman III added 11 points and 10 rebounds in the victory.
Prior to that game, the Aggies defeated Auburn by a score of 83-72 but did lose to Florida by a score of 89-70 before that. Texas A&M has lost four of their last six games and they finished fifth in the SEC standings with an 11-7 record. Texas A&M has scored 73.8 points per game and they have allowed 67.1 points per game, while also averaging 40.8 rebounds and 12.0 assists per game this season. Wade Taylor IV is averaging 15.2 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game, while Zhuric Phelps is averaging 14.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game this season. Texas A&M is shooting 41.9% from the field, 69.6% on free throws, and 30.7% on three-pointers this year.
Why Texas will beat Texas A&M
- Texas has won 25 of its last 30 games when playing with a rest disadvantage.
- Texas A&M has lost the first half in four of its last five games against Conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Texas' last 13 games has produced a total of 139+ points.
- Nine of Texas A&M's last 10 games at a neutral venue have produced a total of 139+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Texas A&M ranks T6th among Division 1 teams for rebounds per game this season (40.8).
- Texas A&M ranks 6th among Division 1 teams for rebound percentage this season (56.3%).
- Texas ranks T48th among Division 1 teams for opponent steals per game this season (5.8).
Texas vs Texas A&M Prediction
Texas was able to pick up a huge win against Vanderbilt on Wednesday, as they try to make their way into the NCAA Tournament, and they have another chance for a big win here. The Longhorns are shooting 46.3% from the field this year, but they have had defensive issues, as they have allowed at least 76 points in four of their last five. Texas A&M has won two games in a row, but they didn’t play great over the last few weeks. The Aggies are shooting just 41.9% from the field this season and I think Texas is going to come out strong. Take the Longhorns with the points.
David’s Pick Texas +6.5
AUTHOR: David Racey
