Kansas State (7-5) vs. TCU (7-5)
January 4, 2025 4:00 pm EDT
The Line: TCU -3.5; Over/Under: +141.5
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In this article, we will formulate a TCU vs Kansas State prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, January 4th at Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth, Texas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
TCU Horned Frogs Betting Preview
The TCU Horned Frogs are 7-5 (0-1) this year after they lost to Arizona by a score of 90-81 in their last game. TCU trailed 41-37 at the half and they allowed 49 points in the second half in the loss. The Horned Frogs shot 46% from the field, 39.1% on three-pointers, and 77.8% on free throws in the game. Noah Reynolds led TCU with 23 points and seven assists, while Vasean Allette added 18 points and five rebounds in the game.
Prior to that loss, the Horned Frogs defeated Montana State by a score of 82-48 and South Alabama by a score of 58-49. TCU has won three of their last five games, including a decent win against Xavier by a score of 76-72. TCU has scored 70.3 points per game and they have allowed 66.6 points per game, while also averaging 35 rebounds and 13.2 assists per game this season. Vasean Allette is averaging 10.7 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game, while Noah Reynolds is averaging 10.6 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game this year. TCU is shooting 42.3% from the field, 65.6% on free throws, and 31.8% on three-pointers this season. TCU will take on Houston after this game.
Kansas State Wildcats Betting Preview
The Kansas State Wildcats are 7-5 (1-0) this season after they defeated Cincinnati by a score of 70-67 in their last game. Kansas State led 31-29 at halftime and they were able to score 39 points in the second half for the narrow win. The Wildcats shot 43.6% from the field, 30% on three-pointers, and 80% on free throws in the game. Coleman Hawkins led Kansas State with 20 points and 10 rebounds, while Dug McDaniel added 17 points and two assists in the game.
Prior to that win, the Wildcats lost to Wichita State by a score of 84-65 and Drake by a score of 73-70. Kansas State has lost three of their last four games and they have struggled to string wins together so far this year. Kansas State has scored 77.4 points per game and they have allowed 70.7 points per game, while also averaging 35.1 rebounds and 17 assists per game this season. David N’Guessan is averaging 13.6 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game, while Brendan Hausen is averaging 13.0 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game this year. Kansas State is shooting 46.1% from the field, 67.3% on free throws, and 35.7% on three-pointers this year. Kansas State will face Oklahoma State following this one.
Why TCU will beat Kansas State
- TCU has won each of its last seven games at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena.
- Kansas State has lost each of its last seven Saturday road games.
- TCU has won the first half in 25 of its last 29 games at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Kansas State’s last five games against non-AP-ranked opponents has produced a total of 143+ points.
- Each of the last four games between Kansas State and TCU has produced a total of 143+ points.
TCU vs Kansas State Prediction
Kansas State comes into this matchup looking to start conference play with two straight wins, but they will be on the road here. The Wildcats have not played well to start the season, but they picked up a ranked win last time out. TCU has also had issues to begin this season, as they have losses against Colorado State and Santa Clara. The Horned Frogs are shooting just 42.3% from the field this year and their defense has allowed 83+ points in two of their last four. Kansas State does have better offensive numbers in this contest, but they are allowing over 70 points per game this year. I know K-State just picked up a top-25 win, but I can’t trust this team on the road. Take TCU at home here.
