Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders vs Houston Christian Huskies Picks and Predictions January 5th 2026

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Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders vs Houston Christian Huskies Betting Preview

The Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders enter 7-7 and look to extend their rebounding edge, while the Houston Christian Huskies aim to defend home court in this Southland Conference matchup at Sharp Gymnasium.

Line Movement and Odds

Texas A&M-Corpus Christi opened as the favorite, with the line reflecting confidence in their scoring balance. Current market:

  • Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Spread: -2.5 (-109)
  • Houston Christian Spread: +2.5 (-111)
  • Texas A&M-Corpus Christi MoneyLine: -146
  • Houston Christian MoneyLine: +122
  • Total: 132.5 (-110)

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Matchup Breakdown

Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Outlook

The Islanders average 75.5 points per game, with Mason Gibson, Sheldon Williams, and Isaac Mushila leading the offense. Their rebounding edge (39.9 per game, 67th nationally) and ball movement (16 assists per game, 106th nationally) highlight balance. Their 2-6 road record underscores inconsistency, though their 7-7 overall mark shows competitiveness heading into Southland play.

Houston Christian Outlook

The Huskies average 69.6 points per game, with Demari Williams, Kylin Green, and Ryan Bartley providing scoring depth. Their shooting efficiency (45.3% FG) and 3-2 home record highlight resilience. Their 5-9 overall record underscores struggles but also potential at Sharp Gymnasium.

Key Matchup / Path to Victory

The game hinges on Texas A&M-Corpus Christi’s ability to maintain rebounding control, while Houston Christian must lean on Williams and Green to pace the offense. If the Islanders control tempo and boards, their depth should create separation.

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Injuries / Availability

Texas A&M-Corpus Christi: No injury updates provided.

Houston Christian: No injury updates provided.

Environment

Sharp Gymnasium provides Houston Christian with a home-court edge, where they are 3-2 this season. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi’s balanced offense highlights their ability to compete in Houston.

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Best Bets and Prediction

Projected Final Score: Texas A&M-Corpus Christi 74, Houston Christian 70

  • Texas A&M-Corpus Christi -2.5 → Best Bet. Their offensive pace and rebounding make them the sharper side.
  • Under 132.5 → Total play. Both teams’ slower pace points toward a combined score below the line.

Texas A&M-Corpus Christi’s depth and shooting should dictate the game, while Houston Christian’s offense keeps the spread in play. Expect a competitive contest trending under the total.

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