| MATCHUP | Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders | Houston Cougars |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 7-4 | 11-1 |
| Where | Fertitta Center, Houston, TX | |
| When | Monday, December 29, 2025 | |
| Time | 08:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
In this article we will formulate a Middle Tennessee vs Houston prediction for this College Basketball game on Monday, December 29th at the Fertitta Center in Houston, Texas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Betting Preview
The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders are 7-4 this season after they defeated a non-D1 team by a score of 74-58 in their last game. Middle Tennessee trailed 35-30 at halftime, but outscored their opponent 44-23 in the second half to escape with the win. The Blue Raiders shot 45% from the field, 27% on three pointers, and 75% on free throws in the game. Jahvin Carter led Middle Tennessee with 20 points and five rebounds, while Torey Alston added 19 points and 10 rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, Middle Tennessee defeated Kennesaw State by a score of 68-67, but lost to Belmont by a score of 83-62 before that. The Blue Raiders have scored 78.0 points per game with 38.5 rebounds and 14.3 assists per game, while they have allowed 71.4 points against per game this season. Jahvin Carter is averaging 13.0 points and 3.0 assists per game, while Kamari Lands is averaging 12.5 points and 4.5 rebounds per game for the Blue Raiders. Middle Tennessee is shooting 43.9% from the field, 70.4% on free throws, and 32.6% on three pointers this season.
Houston Cougars Betting Preview
The Houston Cougars are 11-1 this year after they defeated Arkansas by a score of 94-85 in their last game. Houston led 49-41 at halftime and added 45 points in the second half to get the high scoring win. The Cougars shot 52% from the field, 44% on three pointers, and 76% on free throws in the game. Emanuel Sharp led Houston with 22 points and three rebounds, while Kingston Flemings added 21 points and six rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, Houston defeated New Orleans by a score of 99-57 and Jackson State by a score of 80-38. The Cougars have scored 79.5 points per game with 38.8 rebounds and 17.3 assists per game, while they have allowed 60.0 points against per game this season. Emanuel Sharp is averaging 17.6 points and 3.0 rebounds per game, while Kingston Flemings is averaging 15.3 points and 4.9 assists per game for the Cougars. Houston is shooting 45.7% from the field, 75.1% on free throws, and 35.1% on three pointers this year.
Why the Houston Cougars will win
- Houston has won each of its last 59 night games at Fertitta Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Middle Tennessee has lost each of its last three games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents.
- Middle Tennessee has lost the first half in three of its last four games.
Why the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders will win
- Middle Tennessee has won each of its last three night games.
Total Points Facts
- Twenty-three of Houston’s last 24 night games against non-Conference opponents at Fertitta Center have produced a total of 137 or fewer points.
- Each of Middle Tennessee’s last five games against AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 144+ points.
Middle Tennessee vs Houston Prediction
Houston comes into this matchup ranked in the top ten and they are undefeated at home. The Cougars are shooting 46% from the field and they have scored at least 82 points in three of their last four games. Middle Tennessee is 1-1 on the road and they have won three of their last four games overall. The Blue Raiders are shooting 44% from the field, but they have played some solid defense in recent games. Houston is known for their elite defense, but they are scoring a ton of points right now. Take the Cougars to cover.