The Cincinnati Bearcats (14-7, 5-3 American) battle the No. 3 Houston Cougars (19-2, 7-1) Saturday. Tip from Fertitta Center is set for 2:15 p.m. ET (CBS).'Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Cincinnati vs. Houston'odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.
The Bearcats lost to the Cougars 72-59 on Jan. 8 as 9.5-point underdogs. This will be their last battle until a potential meeting in the AAC Tournament.
Cincinnati is coming into this game following a 75-68 loss to Memphis Sunday, failing to cover as a 2.5-point home favorite. The Bearcats have traded off covering and not covering over their last 8 games. They are 13-7 against the spread (ATS) this season and 3-2 straight up on the road.