Who's Playing

SMU @ Wichita State

Current Records: SMU 16-4; Wichita State 11-8

What to Know

The Wichita State Shockers are 4-1 against the SMU Mustangs since January of 2018, and they'll have a chance to extend that success Saturday. Wichita State and SMU will face off in an American Athletic battle at 6 p.m. ET at Charles Koch Arena. Both teams come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous games.

The Shockers beat the Tulsa Golden Hurricane 58-48 on Tuesday.

Meanwhile, the Mustangs bagged a 69-61 win over the Temple Owls on Saturday. Among those leading the charge for SMU was forward Marcus Weathers, who had 27 points along with nine boards and three blocks.

Barring any buzzer beaters, Wichita State is expected to win a tight contest. But bettors beware: they are only 5-10 against the spread when favored.

The wins brought Wichita State up to 11-8 and SMU to 16-4. Two stats to keep an eye on: The Shockers have only been able to knock down 39.80% percent of their shots, which is the ninth lowest field goal percentage in college basketball. The Mustangs' defense has more to brag about, as they they have been holding their opponents to a field goal percentage of 39.70%, which places them 30th in college basketball.

How To Watch

  • When: Saturday at 6 p.m. ET
  • Where: Charles Koch Arena -- Wichita, Kansas
  • TV: ESPN2
  • Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
  • Follow: CBS Sports App
  • Ticket Cost: $10.00

Odds

The Shockers are a slight 1.5-point favorite against the Mustangs, 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 Shockers as a 2-point favorite.

Over/Under: -110

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Series History

Wichita State have won four out of their last five games against SMU.

  • Mar 01, 2020 - Wichita State 66 vs. SMU 62
  • Mar 03, 2019 - Wichita State 67 vs. SMU 55
  • Jan 30, 2019 - Wichita State 85 vs. SMU 83
  • Feb 24, 2018 - Wichita State 84 vs. SMU 78
  • Jan 17, 2018 - SMU 83 vs. Wichita State 78