In an exciting matchup, two ranked teams from the Big 12 will clash on Monday as the Houston Cougars visit the Kansas Jayhawks, both looking to rebound from recent losses. No. 2 Houston, boasting a record of 23-4 and 11-3 in conference play, has faced a challenging stretch, losing their last two games, including a 73-66 defeat against Arizona. On the other hand, No. 8 Kansas, with a record of 20-7 and 10-4 in the Big 12, is coming off an 84-68 setback to Cincinnati, marking their largest home loss to an unranked team during Bill Self’s tenure.
The game is scheduled to tip off at 9 p.m. ET at the historic Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, Kansas. The Cougars are currently favored by 1.5 points according to DraftKings Sportsbook, and the over/under for the game is set at 137.5 points.
As the teams prepare for this crucial matchup, the SportsLine Projection Model, which has been on an impressive run, simulating college basketball games 10,000 times, provides valuable insights. With an 11-1 streak on top-ranked over/under picks from last year and a solid 20-11 performance on top-rated side picks, the model suggests a lean towards the Over for this contest, indicating that one side of the point spread hits more than 50% of the time.
This matchup not only promises competitive basketball but also presents a significant opportunity for both teams to regain momentum as the season progresses. Fans can expect an exhilarating evening filled with high stakes and potential for dramatic plays as both teams aim to secure a much-needed victory.