Memphis (26-5) vs Wichita State (19-13)
Game Info: Friday, March 14, 2025 at 1:00 pm (Dickies Arena)
Betting Odds: Memphis -9.5 -- Over/Under: 147.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN2
In this article we will formulate a Wichita State vs Memphis prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, March 14th at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Wichita State Shockers Betting Preview
The Wichita State Shockers are 19-13 (8-10) this year after they defeated South Florida by a score of 73-68 in their last game. Wichita State led 38-28 at halftime, but they did allow 40 points in the second half in the win. The Shockers shot 41.7% from the field, 42.9% on three pointers, and 66.7% on free throws in the game. Corey Washington led Wichita State with 21 points and nine rebounds, while Bijan Cortes added 20 points and seven assists in the game.
Prior to that win, the Shockers lost to Tulsa by a score of 73-63, but did beat Rice by a score of 63-59 before that. Wichita State has lost three of their last five games and they finished eighth in the AAC standings with an 8-10 record. Wichita State has scored 73.7 points per game and they have allowed 72.4 points against per game, while also averaging 38.6 rebounds and 11.8 assists per game this season. Xavier Bell is averaging 15.1 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game, while Corey Washington is averaging 13.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 1.0 steal per game this year. Wichita State is shooting 44.9% from the field, 72.7% on free throws, and 29.5% on three pointers this season.
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Memphis Tigers Betting Preview
The Memphis Tigers are 26-5 (16-2) this year after they defeated South Florida by a score of 84-68 in their last game. Memphis was tied at 35 at halftime and scored 49 points in the second half to run away with the win. The Tigers shot 52.5% from the field, 40% on three pointers, and 60% on free throws in the game. PJ Haggerty led Memphis with 20 points and eight rebounds, while Dain Dainja added 20 points and six rebounds in the win.
Prior to that victory, the Tigers defeated UTSA by a score of 75-70 and UAB by a score of 88-81. Memphis has won five games in a row and they finished first in the AAC standings with a 16-2 record. Memphis has scored 80 points per game and they have allowed 72.9 points against per game, while also averaging 36.7 rebounds and 14.5 assists per game this season. PJ Haggerty is averaging 21.2 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game, while Tyrese Hunter is averaging 14.1 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game this year. Memphis is shooting 47.7% from the field, 70.9% on free throws, and 38.8% on three pointers this season.
Why Memphis will beat Wichita State
- Memphis has won 13 of its last 14 games against the American Athletic Conference.
- Wichita State has lost 10 of its last 11 games against AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue.
- Memphis has won the first half in three of its last four games against the American Athletic Conference at Dickies Arena.
Matchup/League Facts
- Memphis ranks 41st among Division 1 teams for field goal percentage this season (47.7%).
- Memphis ranks 43rd among Division 1 teams for points per game this season (80.0).
- Wichita State ranks 358th among Division 1 teams for three-point field goal attempts per game this season (16.5).
- Wichita State ranks 31st among Division 1 teams for rebounds per game this season (38.6).
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Wichita State vs Memphis Prediction
Memphis comes into the AAC Tournament after going 16-2 in conference play and they are ranked #16 in the country. The Tigers have won five games in a row and they have scored at least 84 points in four of those five. Wichita State stumbled to end the regular season, but they were able to survive against South Florida on Thursday. Memphis did beat Wichita State in their first meeting by a score of 61-53, but Wichita State won the second meeting by a score of 84-79. Neither team has very strong defensive numbers on the season, but Memphis’ offense is way better than Wichita State’s. I think Memphis will start strong and avoid Wichita State hanging around early, so I like the Tigers to win big.
David’s Pick Memphis -9.5
AUTHOR: David Racey
