How to watch Arkansas State Red Wolves vs. Texas State Bobcats: Live stream, TV channel, start time for Thursday's NCAA Basketball game

How to watch Arkansas State vs. Texas State-San Marcos basketball game

By Scout Staff

Jan 11, 2024 at 9:21 pm ET • 2 min read

Halftime Report

Fortunes may be turning around for Texas State after losing four in a row. They have jumped out to a quick 39-38 lead against Arkansas State. The finale is shaping up to be a lot like these teams' last head-to-head, which was decided by just four points.

If Texas State keeps playing like this, they'll bump their record up to 7-9 in no time. On the other hand, Arkansas State will have to make due with a 6-10 record unless they turn things around (and fast).

Who's Playing

Texas State Bobcats @ Arkansas State Red Wolves

Current Records: Texas State 6-9, Arkansas State 6-9

How To Watch

When: Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 8:30 p.m. ET
Where: First National Bank Arena -- Jonesboro, Arkansas
Follow: CBS Sports App
Online Streaming: Catch select College Basketball matches on Fubo (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
Ticket Cost: $18.58

What to Know

Arkansas State is 1-9 against Texas State since January of 2018 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Thursday. Both teams will face off in a Sun Belt battle at 8:30 p.m. ET at First National Bank Arena. One thing working in Arkansas State's favor is that they have posted big point totals in their last three matches.

The matchup between Arkansas State and Old Dominion on Saturday hardly resembled the 60-57 effort from their previous meeting. The Red Wolves enjoyed a cozy 90-75 victory over the Monarchs. Winning is a bit easier when you work as a team to rack up 13 more assists than your opponent, as Arkansas State did.

Meanwhile, Texas State's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Saturday after their fourth straight loss. They fell to the Thundering Herd 79-75.

The Red Wolves pushed their record up to 6-9 with that victory, which was their third straight at home. They've been dominating during the games in that stretch too, as they've won by an average of 20 points. As for the Bobcats, their loss dropped their record down to 6-9.

This contest is one where the number of possessions is likely to be a big factor: Arkansas State have been smashing the glass this season, having averaged 38.7 rebounds per game. However, it's not like Texas State struggles in that department as they've been averaging 37.5 rebounds per game. Given these competing strengths, it'll be interesting to see how their clash plays out.

Going forward, Arkansas State is the favorite in this one, as the experts expect to see them win by 7.5 points. For those looking to play the spread, take note: they are a solid 4-1 against the spread when playing at home.