| MATCHUP | Florida Atlantic Owls | Rice Owls |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 14-10 | 10-14 |
| Spread | -3.5 -110 | +3.5 -110 |
| Moneyline | -180 | +150 |
| Total | Over 151.5 (-110) | Under 151.5 (-110) |
| Where | Tudor Fieldhouse, Houston, TX | |
| When | Wednesday, February 11, 2026 | |
| Time | 08:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
In this article, we will formulate a Florida Atlantic vs Rice Prediction for this college basketball game on Wednesday, February 11th. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this college basketball matchup.
Rice Owls Preview
The Rice Owls have a 10-14 overall record this season and a 4-7 record in the American. They are coming off a 71-65 road loss against UAB and their previous four games were an 86-83 double overtime home win against North Texas, an 80-70 road loss against Charlotte, an 83-77 road win against East Carolina and an 87-81 home loss against Tulsa.
Offensively, Rice averages 74.4 points per game, while allowing 74.6 points per game defensively. The Owls shoot with 42% from the field and grab 38.5 rebounds per game, while dishing out 12.3 assists per game. They average 4.1 blocks per game and 7.1 steals per game defensively.
Trae Broadnax leads Rice in scoring, rebounds and assists, with an average of 15.6 points per game, 5.5 rebounds per game and 3.2 assists per game, while shooting with 43.8% from the field and 78.6% from the free throw line.
Florida Atlantic Owls Preview
The Florida Atlantic Owls have a 14-10 overall record this season and a 6-5 record in the American. They are coming off a 78-76 home loss against Tulsa and their previous four games were a 76-75 home loss against East Carolina, a 92-65 road loss against Memphis, an 89-75 road loss against South Florida and a 79-74 home win against Tulane.
Offensively, Florida Atlantic averages 81.4 points per game, while allowing 74.8 points per game defensively. The Owls shoot with 47% from the field and grab 39.2 rebounds per game, while dishing out 13.9 assists per game. They average 5.7 blocks per game and 6.3 steals per game defensively.
Devin Vanterpool leads Florida Atlantic in scoring and rebounds, with an average of 15.5 points per game and 6.4 rebounds per game, while shooting with 43.9% from the field and 78.5% from the free throw line. Kanaan Carlyle leads the team in assists made with 3.2 per game.
Florida Atlantic Owls @ Rice Owls Betting Trends: February 11, 2026
Why the Rice Owls will win
- Florida Atlantic has lost each of its last four games.
- The home team has won each of Rice’s last three games.
Why the Florida Atlantic Owls will win
- Florida Atlantic has won each of its last six games against Rice.
- Rice has lost nine of its last 10 games at Tudor Fieldhouse following a road loss.
- Rice has lost the first half in each of its last six home night games against Conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Seven of Florida Atlantic’s last eight games have produced a total of 152+ points.
- Six of the last seven night games between Florida Atlantic and Rice have produced a total of 155+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Florida Atlantic ranks 8th among Division 1 teams for blocks per game this season (5.7).
- Florida Atlantic ranks T42nd among Division 1 teams for field goal attempts per game this season (62.4).
Florida Atlantic vs Rice Prediction
In this Florida Atlantic vs Rice Prediction, Florida Atlantic is coming as -4 road favorites. Florida Atlantic has been the better team this season but they have been struggling lately, as they have four consecutive losses and are 1-4 against the spread in their last 5 games. Rice has not been playing much better lately, as they are 2-4 in their last 6 games but 8-2 against the spread. They are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 home games and have similar defensive numbers as Florida Atlantic, so I like them as home dogs in this spot. Take Rice and get the +4 points.