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Wichita State @ Houston

Current Records: Wichita State 9-4; Houston 13-2

What to Know

The Wichita State Shockers have enjoyed the comforts of home their last five games, but now they must head out on the road. Wichita State and the #12 Houston Cougars will face off in an American Athletic battle at noon ET Saturday at Fertitta Center. The teams split their matchups last year, with the Cougars winning the first 70-63 at home and Wichita State taking the second 68-63.

On Saturday, the Shockers lost to the Memphis Tigers at home by a decisive 82-64 margin. Guard Tyson Etienne (17 points) and guard Dexter Dennis (16 points) were the top scorers for Wichita State.

Meanwhile, while not quite a landslide, the game between Houston and the South Florida Bulls on Wednesday was still a pretty decisive one as Houston wrapped it up with an 83-66 win on the road. Houston's forward Josh Carlton was one of the most active players for the team, dropping a double-double on 30 points and 11 rebounds.

Wichita State have to know they'll be fighting an uphill battle given the 11.50 point spread they are up against. 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.

The Shockers are now 9-4 while the Cougars sit at 13-2. A couple numbers to keep in mind before tip-off: Wichita State has only been able to knock down 40.20% percent of their shots, which is the 22nd lowest field goal percentage in college basketball. Houston's defense has more to brag about, as they they have been holding their opponents to a field goal percentage of 37.20%, which places them 10th in college basketball. So the cards are definitely stacked in their favor.

How To Watch

  • When: Saturday at 12 p.m. ET
  • Where: Fertitta Center -- Houston, Texas
  • TV: CBS
  • Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
  • Follow: CBS Sports App
  • Ticket Cost: $37.00

Odds

The Cougars are a big 11.5-point favorite against the Shockers, according to the latest college basketball odds.

The oddsmakers had a good feel for the line for this one, as the game opened with the Cougars as a 12.5-point favorite.

Over/Under: -111

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Series History

Houston have won six out of their last eight games against Wichita State.

  • Feb 18, 2021 - Wichita State 68 vs. Houston 63
  • Jan 06, 2021 - Houston 70 vs. Wichita State 63
  • Feb 09, 2020 - Houston 76 vs. Wichita State 43
  • Jan 18, 2020 - Houston 65 vs. Wichita State 54
  • Jan 12, 2019 - Houston 79 vs. Wichita State 70
  • Mar 10, 2018 - Houston 77 vs. Wichita State 74
  • Jan 20, 2018 - Houston 73 vs. Wichita State 59
  • Jan 04, 2018 - Wichita State 81 vs. Houston 63

Injury Report for Houston

  • Marcus Sasser: Out for the Season (Toe)
  • Tramon Mark: Out for the Season (Shoulder)
  • Kiyron Powell: Out for the Season (Not Injury Related)

Injury Report for Wichita State

  • Isaac Abidde: Out for the Season (Not Injury Related)
  • Jalen Ricks: Out for the Season (Knee)