Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Houston Cougars NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/29

The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders are set to take on the #8 Houston Cougars in a non-conference game on December 29, 2025. The game will be held at the Fertitta Center in Houston, Texas. Fans can watch the game on ESPN+.

Middle Tennessee comes into this game with a 7-4 record for the season. The Blue Raiders face a tough challenge against the Houston Cougars, who hold an impressive 11-1 record. Houston is the favorite, with a spread of -27.5. The Blue Raiders are the underdogs with a moneyline of +4000.

Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Houston Cougars Game Day Info

• Sport: College Basketball
• Teams: Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Houston Cougars
• Venue: Fertitta Center, Houston TX
• Date: Monday, December 29, 2025 at 8:00 PM ET
• Betting Odds:
  • Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Spread: +27.5 (-114)
  • Houston Cougars Spread: -27.5 (-111)
  • Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders MoneyLine: +4000
  • Houston Cougars MoneyLine: -25000
  • Over: 138.5 (-109)
  • Under: 138.5 (-116)
  • Favorite: Houston Cougars
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Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Team Preview

The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders have shown mixed results in their recent games. They secured a victory against Cumberland Phoenix with a 74-58 score. Torey Alston and Jahvin Carter led the team, scoring 19 and 20 points respectively. In contrast, they had a narrow win over Kennesaw State Owls, ending the game 68-67, with Kamari Lands scoring 24 points.

The Blue Raiders have had a solid start to the season with a 7-4 record. They hold a 2-1 record in away games. Offensively, they average 78.0 points per game and make about 9.1 three-pointers per game. Their field goal percentage stands at 43.9, while their free throw percentage is 70.4.

On defense, the Blue Raiders average 6.7 steals and 5.3 blocks per game. Torey Alston is a key player, averaging 12.5 points and 8.3 rebounds per game. Jahvin Carter also contributes with 13.0 points per game. Their defensive efforts will be crucial in their upcoming games.

Houston Cougars Team Preview

The Houston Cougars have been strong this season, holding an impressive 11-1 record. They are ranked #8 in the AP poll and play in the competitive Big 12 Conference. Their home record is 9-1, showing their strength on their own court.

The Cougars excel in scoring with an average of 79.5 points per game. They shoot 45.7% from the field, attempting 63.5 field goals per game. Their 3-point shooting is solid, making 9.4 per game at a 35.1% rate.

Key players include Emanuel Sharp and Kingston Flemings. Sharp averages 17.6 points per game and shoots 41.3% from three-point range. Flemings contributes with 15.3 points per game and a field goal percentage of 58.8%.

BTB Betting Pick

The Houston Cougars are favored by 27.5 points against the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders. Given Houston’s strong offense, averaging 79.5 points per game, and Middle Tennessee’s weaker defense, the Cougars can cover the spread. The projected score is Houston 85, Middle Tennessee 57, favoring a pick on Houston -27.5.

The over/under for the game is set at 138.5 points. Houston’s games average around 144.4 points, while Middle Tennessee’s average about 140.3 points. With both teams’ scoring potential, the game is likely to go over the set total. The projected total score is 142, making the over 138.5 a solid pick.