Yahoo Sports Iowa State vs. Houston: Predictions, picks, odds for Big 12 Tournament Championship game
The Houston Cougars, ranked No. 1 in the tournament and the nation, will seek redemption against the Iowa State Cyclones in the Big 12 Championship title game. Iowa State handed Houston their first loss of the regular season.
Houston easily defeated Texas Tech 82-59 in a semifinal match to secure a place in the championship game. L.J. Cryer was the top scorer for the Cougars with 20 points, and Emanuel Sharp added 17 points to seal the win over the Red Raiders.
Iowa State has secured its spot in the Big 12 finals after a 76-62 victory over Baylor. Keshon Gilbert led the Cyclones with 20 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists against the Bears.
Winning the Big 12 title over the No. 1 team in the nation will help Iowa State's seeding in the NCAA Tournament, which is set to be revealed in 24 hours.
Bracketology: Fight for last No. 1 seed down to Tennessee, North Carolina, Arizona
Big 12 Championship: Iowa State vs. Houston predictions
ESPN: Houston has a 75% chance to win
According to ESPN's Matchup Predictor, the Houston Cougars have a 75.7% chance of beating the Iowa State Cyclones in the Big 12 title game.
BetMGM: Houston will win
Staff writes: "The winning team model predicts Houston will win this college basketball game with 67.6% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, key player performances and recent matchups."
Action Network: Pick Houston
Staff writes: "The one scary thing for Iowa State is that its offense has struggled lately. The Cyclones rank just 151st in adjusted offensive efficiency over the last month, which ranks last in the Big 12. Given Iowa State’s offensive struggles, it is hard to bet against Houston here. While I expect a low-scoring, physical game, Shead’s shot-making will be the difference in a Houston cover — and a Big 12 championship."
Big 12 Championship: Iowa State vs. Houston betting lines, odds
The Houston Cougars are favored to defeat the Iowa State Cyclones, according to the BetMGM odds.
Spread: Houston (-5.5); Iowa State (+5.5)
Moneyline: Houston (-250); Iowa State (+190)
Total Over/Under: 121.5
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Big 12 Championship: Iowa State vs. Houston channel, steaming information
Game day: Saturday, March 16, 2024
Game time: 6 p.m., ET
TV channel: ESPN
Live stream: ESPN+
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