
Louisiana vs Texas State Prediction 1/23/25 College Basketball Picks Today
Texas State (11-8) vs. Louisiana (6-13)
January 23, 2025 4:00 pm EDT
The Line: Louisiana +5.5; Over/Under: 144.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Louisiana vs Texas State prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, January 23rd at the Cajundome in Lafayette, Louisiana. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns Betting Preview
The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns are 6-13 (4-3) this year after they defeated ULM by a score of 65-60 in their last game. Louisiana led 35-28 at halftime and they were able to get the win, despite being outscored 32-30 in the second half. The Ragin’ Cajuns shot 41.8% from the field, 34.8% on three-pointers, and 84.6% on free throws in the game. Kentrell Garnett led Louisiana with 18 points and three rebounds, while Jeremiah Evans added eight points and five rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, the Ragin’ Cajuns lost to Arkansas State by a score of 83-63 but did beat ULM by a score of 71-68 before that. Louisiana has lost three of their last five games, but they are just two games back in the Sun Belt race. Louisiana has scored 65.9 points per game and they have allowed 75.2 points per game, while also averaging 31.3 rebounds and 10.9 assists per game this season. Mostapha El Moutaouakkil is averaging 12.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game, while Kentrell Garnett is averaging 10.1 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game this year. Louisiana is shooting 40.4% from the field, 72.3% on free throws, and 30.7% on three-pointers this season.
Texas State Bobcats Betting Preview
The Texas State Bobcats are 11-8 (4-3) this season after they defeated Southern Miss in overtime by a score of 85-82 in their last game. Texas State was tied at 39 at halftime and was tied after regulation, but they scored eight points in the overtime for the win. The Bobcats shot 39.7% from the field, 47.1% on three-pointers, and 74.2% on free throws in the game. Tylan Pope led Texas State with 28 points and 12 rebounds, while Coleton Benson added 23 points and three assists in the game.
Prior to that win, the Bobcats defeated Georgia State by a score of 94-80 but did lose to Southern Miss by a score of 92-88 before that. Texas State has won three of their last four games, but they did lose the three games prior to that. Texas State has scored 77.6 points per game and they have allowed 71.6 points per game, while also averaging 37.7 rebounds and 14.4 assists per game this season. Tylan Pope is averaging 15.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks per game, while Kaden Gumbs is averaging 12.1 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game this year. Texas State is shooting 46.5% from the field, 76.4% on free throws, and 38.1% on three-pointers this season.
Why Texas State will beat Louisiana
- Louisiana has lost each of its last four day games at Cajundome.
- Texas State has won six of its last seven games after coming off overtime.
- Louisiana has lost the first half in six of its last seven games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Louisiana vs Texas State Prediction
Texas State comes into this matchup after winning three of their last four games, but they will be on the road for this game. The Bobcats are shooting 46.5% from the field and they are scoring over 77 points per game. Louisiana has won two of their last three games, but they are shooting just 40.4% from the field and they are scoring 65.9 points per game. The Ragin’ Cajuns have beaten up ULM in two of their last three games, but they are the worst team in the conference, so it doesn’t mean much. This Louisiana team has been pretty bad in their last three losses and I don’t see them keeping this game close. Take Texas State to cover.