| MATCHUP | Sam Houston State Bearkats | Kennesaw State Owls |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 16-8 | 14-10 |
| Spread | +1.5 -118 | -1.5 -102 |
| Moneyline | -102 | -118 |
| Total | Over 164.5 (-110) | Under 164.5 (-110) |
| Where | KSU Convocation Center, Kennesaw, GA | |
| When | Saturday, February 14, 2026 | |
| Time | 05:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
Kennesaw State Owls Preview
The Kennesaw State Owls have a 14-10 overall record and a 6-7 record in the CUSA. They are coming off a 90-87 home loss against Middle Tennessee and their previous three games were a 77-58 road loss against Jacksonville State, a 76-53 home win against New Mexico State and a 72-69 home win against Western Kentucky.
Offensively, Kennesaw State averages 85.4 points per game, while allowing 76.5 points per game defensively. The Owls shoot with 44% from the field and grab 42.6 rebounds per game, while dishing out 14.6 assists per game. They average 5.5 blocks per game and 7 steals per game defensively.
RJ Johnson leads Kennesaw State in scoring, with an average of 13.2 points per game, while shooting with 47.4% from the field and 60% from the free throw line, adding a team-high 3.4 assists. Frankquon Sherman is the team’s leading rebounder with 8.4 per game.
Sam Houston Bearkats Preview
The Sam Houston Bearkats have a 16-8 overall record and an 8-5 record in the CUSA. They are coming off an 87-78 road loss against Louisiana Tech and their previous three games were a 70-66 home win against UTEP, an 83-67 home win against Louisiana Tech and an 80-71 road win against Missouri State.
Offensively, Sam Houston averages 83 points per game, while allowing 73.8 points per game defensively. The Bearkats shoot with 46% from the field and grab 41.5 rebounds per game, while dishing out 15.5 assists per game. They average 2.9 blocks per game and 7.5 steals per game defensively.
Po’Boigh King leads Sam Houston in scoring, with an average of 13.8 points per game, while shooting with 41.5% from the field and 81% from the free throw line. Kashie Natt is the team’s leading rebounder with 7.3 per game. Justin Begg leads the team in assists with 3.6 per game.
Sam Houston State Bearkats @ Kennesaw State Owls Betting Trends: February 14, 2026
Why the Kennesaw State Owls will win
- Sam Houston State has lost nine of its last 10 road day games against Conference opponents.
- Kennesaw State has won eight of its last nine games at VyStar Arena.
- Kennesaw State has won the first half in eight of its last nine home games.
Why the Sam Houston State Bearkats will win
- Sam Houston State has won seven of its last eight games.
- Sam Houston State has won the first half in each of its last six games.
Total Points Facts
- Sixty of Kennesaw State’s last 65 day games at VyStar Arena have produced a total of 165 or fewer points.
- Forty-two of Sam Houston State’s last 46 day games have produced a total of 165 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Kennesaw State ranks T4th among Division 1 teams for free throw attempts per game this season (27.3).
- Kennesaw State ranks 361st among Division 1 teams for opponent free throws made per game this season (19.9).
- Sam Houston State ranks 11th among Division 1 teams for rebounds per game this season (41.5).
- Sam Houston State ranks 21st among Division 1 teams for field goal attempts per game this season (63.5).
Sam Houston vs Kennesaw State Prediction
In this Sam Houston vs Kennesaw State Prediction, Kennesaw State is coming as -1 home favorites. Sam Houston has been the better team this season and have been in very good form lately, with a 7-1 record in their last 8 games and 6-2 against the spread. On the flip side, Kennesaw State is 2-4 in its last 6 games and 1-5 against the spread. Kennesaw State is 1-3 ATS in its last 4 home games, while Sam Houston is 3-1 ATS in its last four on the road, while having a better defense, so I expect them to get the job done on the road. Take Sam Houston on the moneyline.