| MATCHUP | Samford Bulldogs | East Tennessee State Buccaneers |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 14-12 | 19-7 |
| Spread | +6.5 -112 | -6.5 -108 |
| Moneyline | +230 | -285 |
| Total | Over 146.5 (-115) | Under 146.5 (-105) |
| Where | Freedom Hall (TN), Johnson City, TN | |
| When | Saturday, February 14, 2026 | |
| Time | 12:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPNU | |
Samford Bulldogs Betting Preview
The Samford Bulldogs beat Mercer and Wofford, and they play The Citadel next. Samford has won 4 straight games.
The Samford Bulldogs are averaging 81.3 points on 44.8 percent shooting and allowing 77.9 points on 44.1 percent shooting. Jadin Booth is averaging 20.9 points and 3.5 rebounds, while Dylan Faulkner is averaging 17.3 points and 8.3 rebounds. Keaton Norris is dishing 4.8 assists and Cade Norris is grabbing 4.7 rebounds. The Samford Bulldogs are shooting 34.7 percent from beyond the arc and 67.7 percent from the free throw line. The Samford Bulldogs are allowing 35.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.8 rebounds per game.
East Tennessee State Buccaneers Betting Preview
The East Tennessee State Buccaneers beat VMI and Chattanooga, and they play Furman next. East Tennessee State has won 7 of its last 8 games.
The East Tennessee State Buccaneers are averaging 81.3 points on 48.7 percent shooting and allowing 70.3 points on 41.9 percent shooting. Cam Morris III is averaging 14.5 points and 5.1 rebounds, while Blake Barkley is averaging 14.2 points and 1.2 assists. Brian Taylor II is the third double-digit scorer and Jaylen Smith is grabbing 2.8 rebounds. The East Tennessee State Buccaneers are shooting 34 percent from beyond the arc and 76.4 percent from the free throw line. The East Tennessee State Buccaneers are allowing 32.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.8 rebounds per game.
Why the East Tennessee State Buccaneers will win
- East Tennessee State has won each of its last eight day games against the Southern Conference.
- Samford has lost four of its last five road games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Samford has lost the first half in six of its last seven road day games against the Southern Conference.
Why the Samford Bulldogs will win
- Samford has won each of its last four games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Seven of Samford’s last eight road games against the Southern Conference have produced a total of 151+ points.
- Five of East Tennessee State’s last six home day games against the Southern Conference have produced a total of 146 or fewer points.
Samford vs East Tennessee State Prediction
East Tennessee State is getting the benefit of the doubt at home, where it has 13 wins. However, Samford has 4 road wins and can score the ball at a decent clip. These teams met a month ago, and it was a one-point loss for Samford. The underdog has covered 4 of the last 6 meetings between Samford and East Tennessee State. Samford is 4-0 SU and ATS in its last 4 games, and that includes a blowout win over Mercer. We’re getting a lot of points with a team in good form. Give me Samford on the road.