Auburn (13-1) vs. Texas (11-3)
January 7, 2025 9:00 pm EDT
The Line: Texas +10.5; Over/Under: 152.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Texas vs Auburn prediction for this College Basketball game on Tuesday, January 7th at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Texas Longhorns Betting Preview
The Texas Longhorns are 11-3 (0-1) this year after they lost to Texas A&M by a score of 80-60 in their last game. Texas was tied at 37 at halftime, but they were outscored 43-23 in the second half for the loss. The Longhorns shot 34.6% from the field, 26.9% on three-pointers, and 85% on free throws in the game. Tramon Mark led Texas with 14 points and two assists, while Arthur Kaluma added 13 points and seven rebounds in the loss.
Prior to that game, the Longhorns defeated Northwestern State by a score of 77-53 and New Orleans by a score of 98-62. Texas has won four of their last five games and their other two losses this year were against Ohio State and UConn. Texas has scored 82.7 points per game and they have allowed 63.3 points per game, while also averaging 37 rebounds and 15.2 assists per game this season. Tre Johnson is averaging 19.0 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game, while Arthur Kaluma is averaging 13.8 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game. Texas is shooting 50.6% from the field, 72.7% on free throws, and 40.4% on three-pointers this year. Texas will face Tennessee following this one.
Auburn Tigers Betting Preview
The Auburn Tigers are 13-1 (1-0) this season after they defeated Missouri by a score of 84-68 in their last game. Auburn led 45-33 at halftime and added 39 points in the second half in the win. The Tigers shot 57.1% from the field, 47.6% on three-pointers, and 75% on free throws in the game. Johni Broome led Auburn with 24 points and seven rebounds, while Chaney Johnson added 13 points and seven rebounds in the win.
Prior to that victory, the Tigers defeated Monmouth by a score of 87-58 and Purdue by a score of 87-69. Auburn has won six games in a row and their only loss was against Duke by six points. Auburn has scored 88.0 points per game and they have allowed 65.1 points per game, while also averaging 39.0 rebounds and 19.3 assists per game this season. Johni Broome is averaging 18.6 points, 3.3 assists, and 11.1 rebounds per game, while Chad Baker-Mazara is averaging 12.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game this year. Auburn is shooting 51.1% from the field, 75.5% on free throws, and 37.7% on three-pointers this season.
Why Auburn will beat Texas
- Auburn has won 21 of its last 22 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Texas has lost each of its last seven games against AP-ranked opponents.
- Auburn has won the first half in each of its last 11 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Texas’ last seven games against AP-ranked opponents at Moody Center have produced a total of 148 or fewer points.
- Each of Auburn’s last six night games against the Southeastern Conference has produced a total of 162+ points.
Texas vs Auburn Prediction
Auburn comes into this contest ranked #2 in the nation and they only have one loss so far this year, but they will be tested on the road in this game. The Tigers are scoring 88 points per game and they are shooting 51.1% from the field. Auburn has really dominated most of their schedule and they already have four wins against ranked teams. Texas is 11-3 on the year and opened conference play with a 20-point loss to Texas A&M, but they will be back at home for this one. The Longhorns are also shooting over 50% from the field this year, but they have played a much easier schedule than Auburn has. I am interested to see how Auburn holds up on the road in conference play, but I have no reason to believe that they won’t win this game easily, just like their last six games. Take the Tigers here.
