Who's Playing

Rice @ New Orleans

Current Records: Rice 1-1; New Orleans 1-2

What to Know

The New Orleans Privateers will be playing at home against the Rice Owls at 8 p.m. ET on Friday. Rice should still be feeling good after a win, while the Privateers will be looking to regain their footing.

New Orleans received a tough blow on Tuesday as they fell 83-67 to the Northwestern Wildcats. The losing side was boosted by guard Derek St. Hilaire, who had 27 points.

Meanwhile, the Owls strolled past the Southern Jaguars with points to spare on Tuesday, taking the contest 81-63.

New Orleans is expected to lose this next one by 6.5. However, those who like betting on the underdog should be happy to hear that they are 2-0 against the spread when expected to lose.

New Orleans is now 1-2 while Rice sits at 1-1. Rice is 0-1 after wins this year, and the Privateers are 1-0 after losses.

How To Watch

  • When: Friday at 8 p.m. ET
  • Where: Lakefront Arena -- New Orleans, Louisiana
  • TV: ESPN Plus
  • Follow: CBS Sports App
  • Ticket Cost: $45.00

Odds

The Owls are a solid 6.5-point favorite against the Privateers, according to the latest college basketball odds.

Bettors have moved against the Owls slightly, as the game opened with the Owls as an 8.5-point favorite.

Over/Under: -110

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Series History

Rice won the only game these two teams have played in the last seven years.

  • Dec 21, 2020 - Rice 73 vs. New Orleans 62

Injury Report for New Orleans

No Injury Information

Injury Report for Rice

  • Quincy Olivari: Game-Time Decision (Undisclosed)