Texas A&M (2-1) vs Ohio State (2-0)
Game Info: Friday, November 15, 2024 at 9:00 pm (Reed Arena)
The Line: Betting Odds: Texas A&M -6.5 / Ohio State +6.5 — Over/Under: 148
The Ohio State Buckeyes are visiting the Texas A&M Aggies on Friday, November 15th at the Reed Arena. We will look at this from a betting perspective and determine the best bets for this game. Here’s an Ohio State Buckeyes vs Texas A&M Aggies Prediction.
Texas A&M Aggies Preview
The Texas A&M Aggies have a 2-1 record this season and are tied with three more teams in the 12th place of the Southeastern. The Aggies are 2-1 against the spread, and 1-2 in over/under this season while having a 2-0 home record.
Offensively, Texas A&M is averaging 81.7 points per game, which ranks 145th in the nation, while having a top-100 defense, allowing 63.3 points per game (82nd). The Aggies are cracking the top-100 of the nation in shooting percentages, with 48.9% from the field (104th), and 37.5% from beyond the arc (100th).
Texas A&M is coming off a 97-71 win against Lamar, covering the spread and the game went over the 146-point total. The Aggies shot 55% from the field and destroyed Lamar on the glass, with 44-28 rebounds. Zhuric Phelps led Texas A&M’s offense with 16 points, 4 rebounds, and a team-high 7 assists.
Wade Taylor leads Texas A&M in scoring this season, with an average of 12.7 points, adding 3 rebounds and a team-high 5.3 assists. Zhuric Phelps adds 17 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 4 assists. Texas A&M will face Southern, Oregon, Creighton, Wake Forest, Texas Tech, and Purdue after this one.
Ohio State Buckeyes Preview
The Ohio State Buckeyes have a perfect 2-0 record this season and are tied with six more teams in the 7th place of the Big Ten. The Buckeyes are 2-1 against the spread, and 1-2 in over/under this season while having a 2-8 road record last season.
Offensively, Ohio State ranks in the middle of the pack, averaging 80.5 points per game, which ranks 165th in the nation. Defensively, they are one of the 33-best squads nationally, allowing 59.5 points per game (33rd). The Buckeyes shoot with a strong 50% from the field (72nd), and have the 7th-best 3-point percentage in the nation, with 48%.
Ohio State is coming off an 81-47 win over Youngstown State, covering the spread and the game went under the 149-point total. The Buckeyes played exceptional defense, holding their opponents to just 24% from the field and 12% from beyond the arc. Aaron Bradshaw and John Mobley led Ohio State’s offense with 16 points apiece.
Bruce Thornton leads Ohio State in scoring this season, with an average of 16 points, 5 rebounds, and a team-high 4.5 assists, while John Mobley adds 15 points per game. Ohio State will take on Evansville, Campbell, Green Bay, and Pittsburgh after this game.
Why the Texas A&M Aggies will win
- Texas A&M has won each of its last 24 night games against non-conference opponents at Reed Arena.
- Ohio State has lost five of its last six road games following a home win.
- Texas A&M has won the first half in each of its last eight night games against non-conference opponents at Reed Arena.
Why the Ohio State Buckeyes will win
- Ohio State has won 13 of its last 14 games against non-conference opponents.
- Texas A&M has lost four of its last five games against AP-ranked opponents.
- Ohio State has won the first half in 11 of its last 12 night games against non-conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Six of Texas A&M’s last seven night games against AP-ranked opponents at Reed Arena have produced a total of 146 or fewer points.
- Six of Ohio State’s last seven games have produced a total of 151+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Texas A&M ranks T27th among Division 1 teams for rebound percentage this season (59.1%).
- Texas A&M ranks T33rd among Division 1 teams for opponent field goals made per game this season (20.3).
- Ohio State ranks 3rd among Division 1 teams for three-point percentage this season (48.0%).
- Ohio State ranks 4th among Division 1 teams for opponent field goal percentage this season (30.7%).
Ohio State Buckeyes vs Texas A&M Aggies Prediction
Texas A&M has won both previous meetings against Ohio State but was 1-1 against the spread. In their previous meeting last season, the Aggies won 73-66 on the road. In this Ohio State Buckeyes vs Texas A&M Aggies Prediction, Texas A&M is coming as -6.5 home favorites, but it is Ohio State that has been looking better so far this season. The Bobcats combine strong defense with elite shooting percentages, winning by an average of 21 points. The Aggies should be the favorites at home, but this is a spot where Ohio State can keep it close and cover. Take the Ohio State Buckeyes and lay the plus points on the road.