Southern Utah Thunderbirds vs Utah Valley Wolverines Picks and Predictions January 8th 2026

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Southern Utah Thunderbirds vs Utah Valley Wolverines Betting Preview

The Southern Utah Thunderbirds enter 4-11 and look to rebound from recent struggles, while the Utah Valley Wolverines aim to defend their perfect home record in this Western Athletic Conference clash at UCCU Center.

Line Movement and Odds

Utah Valley opened as the heavy favorite, with the line reflecting confidence in their home dominance. Current market:

  • Utah Valley Spread: -20.5 (-109)
  • Southern Utah Spread: +20.5 (-112)
  • Utah Valley MoneyLine: -3566
  • Southern Utah MoneyLine: +1416
  • Total: 154.5 (-110)

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Matchup Breakdown

Southern Utah Outlook

Southern Utah averages 72.1 points per game, with Jaiden Feroah, Elijah Duval, and Isaiah Cottrell leading the offense. Their shooting efficiency (45.4% FG) and field goal attempts (62.7 per game, 104th nationally) highlight offensive potential. Their 0-9 road record underscores struggles away from home, though their scoring depth provides hope.

Utah Valley Outlook

Utah Valley averages 82.6 points per game, with Jackson Holcombe, Tyler Hendricks, and Trey Woodbury providing scoring depth. Their shooting efficiency (52.2% FG, 10th nationally) and ball movement (20 assists per game, 9th nationally) highlight offensive strength. Their 12-4 overall record and 9-0 home mark underscore dominance at UCCU Center.

Key Matchup / Path to Victory

The game hinges on Utah Valley’s ability to maintain offensive rhythm, while Southern Utah must lean on Feroah and Duval to pace the offense. If Utah Valley controls tempo and perimeter shooting, their depth should create separation.

Injuries / Availability

Southern Utah: No injury updates provided.

Utah Valley: No injury updates provided.

Environment

UCCU Center provides Utah Valley with a strong home-court edge, where they are 9-0 this season. Southern Utah’s balanced offense highlights their ability to compete in Orem despite road struggles.

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Best Bets and Prediction

Projected Final Score: Utah Valley 88, Southern Utah 70

  • Southern Utah +20.5 → Best Bet. Their slower pace and Utah Valley’s average defense suggest a closer game than the spread.
  • Over 154.5 → Total play. Both teams’ scoring averages point toward a combined score above the line.

Utah Valley’s depth and rebounding should dictate the game, while Southern Utah’s offense keeps the spread in play. Expect a competitive contest trending over the total.

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