Jackson State Tigers vs Houston Cougars NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/10
The Jackson State Tigers will take on the #7 Houston Cougars at the Fertitta Center in Houston, Texas. The game is scheduled for Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET. This is a non-conference game, with Jackson State from the Southwestern Athletic Conference and Houston from the Big 12.
Jackson State has a record of 1-7 this season, with most of their games on the road. Houston, ranked #7 in the AP poll, holds an 8-1 record, including a strong 6-1 record at home. The game will be aired on ESPN+, and the spread favors Houston by 38.5 points.
Jackson State Tigers vs Houston Cougars Game Day Info
- Sport: College Basketball
- Teams: Jackson State Tigers vs Houston Cougars
- Venue: Fertitta Center, Houston TX
- Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 8:00 PM ET
- Betting Odds: Jackson State +38.5 (-106), Houston -38.5 (-120), Over/Under 135.5 (-112)
Jackson State Tigers Team Preview
The Jackson State Tigers have had a challenging season so far. With a record of 1-7, they have struggled on the road with only one win. Their performance has been inconsistent, winning against Louisiana-Lafayette but losing to teams like Kennesaw State and Winthrop by significant margins.
Offensively, the Tigers have not been strong, averaging 61.1 points per game. Their field goal percentage stands at 36.1, which places them low in the rankings. The team has been more effective from the free-throw line, making 74.8% of their shots.
Key players like Daeshun Ruffin and Jayme Mitchell Jr. have been vital for the Tigers. Ruffin averages 15.4 points per game, while Mitchell Jr. contributes 13.5 points. Despite individual efforts, the team needs to improve both offensively and defensively to turn their season around.
Houston Cougars Team Preview
The Houston Cougars have been strong at home this season. They hold a record of 6-1 in home games. Their recent performances include wins against Florida State and Notre Dame, along with a close loss to Tennessee.
Offensively, the Cougars score an average of 75.7 points per game. They have been effective from the three-point line, making 8.9 threes per game. Emanuel Sharp leads the team with a scoring average of 17.6 points per game, hitting 38.9% from beyond the arc.
On defense, the Cougars average 9.1 steals per game. Chris Cenac Jr. contributes with 8.0 rebounds per game. The team holds a solid AP Rank of #7, showing their strength in the Big 12 Conference.
BTB Betting Pick
The spread for the game is set at Houston -38.5. Houston scores 75.7 points per game, while Jackson State scores 61.1 points per game. Considering Houston’s stronger offensive stats and Jackson State’s lower field goal percentage, Houston is likely to cover the spread. The recommendation is to pick Houston -38.5.
The over/under for the game is 135.5. Combined, both teams average 136.8 points per game. Given that Houston has a decent scoring rate and Jackson State struggles offensively, the game could stay under the total. The recommendation is to take the under 135.5.