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Memphis Tigers vs Rice Owls Betting Preview
The Memphis Tigers enter 6-7 and look to secure their first road win, while the Rice Owls aim to defend home court in this AAC matchup at Tudor Fieldhouse.
Line Movement and Odds
Memphis opened as the favorite, with the line reflecting confidence in their defensive strength. Current market:
- Memphis Spread: -8.5 (-110)
- Rice Spread: +8.5 (-110)
- Memphis MoneyLine: -411
- Rice MoneyLine: +315
- Total: 143.5 (-110)
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Matchup Breakdown
Memphis Outlook
Memphis averages 68.9 points per game, with Dug McDaniel, Zach Davis, and Jaylen Stokes leading the offense. Their defensive efficiency has been a strength, holding opponents under 60 points in recent wins. Their 0-7 road record underscores inconsistency, though their 9-4 ATS mark highlights betting value.
Rice Outlook
Rice averages 71.2 points per game, with Nick Anderson, Trae Broadnax, and Jalen Smith providing scoring depth. Their perimeter shooting (8.7 threes per game, 154th nationally) and 6-3 home record highlight offensive strength. Their 6-8 overall record underscores competitiveness heading into AAC play.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
The game hinges on Memphis’s ability to maintain defensive rhythm, while Rice must lean on Anderson and Smith to pace the offense. If Rice controls tempo and hits from deep, their home-court advantage could keep the game close.
Injuries / Availability
Memphis: No injury updates provided.
Rice: No injury updates provided.
Environment
Tudor Fieldhouse provides Rice with a strong home-court edge, where they are 6-3 this season. Memphis’s defense highlights their ability to compete in Houston.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Memphis 74, Rice 70
- Rice +8.5 → Best Bet. Their perimeter shooting and home-court edge make them a strong cover candidate.
- Under 143.5 → Total play. Both teams’ slower pace and shooting struggles point toward a combined score below the line.
Memphis’s defense should dictate the game, while Rice’s offense keeps the spread in play. Expect a competitive contest trending under the total.
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