TCU Horned Frogs (21-12) vs. Utah State Aggies (27-6)
TCU Horned Frogs and Utah State Aggies will square off in an electrifying matchup this Friday on the NCAA Men’s Basketball stage, featuring TCU at 21-12 and Utah State at 27-6 respectively – two teams boasting impressive records. Fans and bettors alike should watch closely, marking this game an essential highlight on popular betting platforms.
The Horned Frogs head over to this contest with an average of 79.2 points per outing and the field goal percentage of 46.5%. The TCU Horned Frogs are having a pretty good offensive season. Offensively, they average forty-three rebounds per game and have an above average steal and block rate, showcasing their strong performance on both sides of the court. Even though they won their last two games and also covered the spread in three out of their last five games, these data raise some doubts about their performance on this occasion as well.
Contrarily, the Utah State Aggies accumulate an average of 79.8 points per game, which is achievable mainly due to their 49.3% field goal percentage. This can mean one thing, their offense is very efficient. In terms of rebounding and defense, both teams almost compete equally with each other, but TCU’s better record in their recent matches(4-1) indicates that they are currently in better form. Their against the spread shows as TCU’s performance, indicating that bettors must contemplate perhaps some weaknesses of the team.
TCU Horned Frogs vs. Utah State Aggies Game Info
| When: | Friday, March 22, 2024 at 9:55 PM ET |
| Where: | Gainbridge Fieldhouse |
| TV: | TBS |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Emanuel Miller (Forward) vs. Great Osobor (Forward)
Emanuel Miller has been a defining player for the Horned Frogs this season with 33 games played and averages of 15.9 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game. His shooting efficiency, particularly a 48.7% field goal percentage and 81.9% free throw percentage, shows he is capable of contributing more in the team. Nevertheless, Miller’s influence extends beyond the scoreboard; his defensive game will be pivotal against Utah State’s attackers.
The Aggies’ star, Great Osobor, accumulates an impressive record of 18 points and 9.2 rebounds per 33 games. The 58.3% field goal percentage is an indicator of his efficiency and his authority in the paint area. The 1.5 blocks per game that Osobor’s defensive stats show provides an indication that he can be an obstacle on the defensive side as well. Although his lower 3 point shooting percentage can minimize threat from the perimeter.
The struggle between Miller and Osobor will be one of the factors that will decide who wins the game. Both players play a huge role in the team’s success, and they’re a crucial part of the match with the possibility of each player stopping the opponent from performing his game.
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: TCU Horned Frogs -160, Total Odds: 150.5
The current betting odds favor the TCU Horned Frogs slightly, with a -3.5 spread and a moneyline of -160. The total for the game is set at 150.5, reflecting the offensive capabilities of both teams. Based on these odds, the game is expected to be closely contested, with a slight edge given to TCU.
TCU Horned Frogs Betting Trends
The betting trends of the Horned Frogs exhibit irregularity especially with their 2-3 overall record against the spread in the last five games. Nevertheless, their record in away games (8-6 ATS) and the trend of the totals going over in 4 of their last 5 games indicates that they can outperform the odds and this will be particularly evident in the high scoring contests.
Utah State Aggies Betting Trends
The Aggies have been playing well lately, but have lost all of their last five games against spread (1-4 in their last five games). Such a gap between their wins and favorites that customers picked shows though they are victorious, they are not always covering the spread, making them a volatile pick.
TCU Horned Frogs vs. Utah State Aggies 3/22/24 Betting Picks
Keeping in mind the result of analysis and betting trends, this game is a complex task for bettors. While the TCU Horned Frogs have demonstrated that they can play at a very high level, their spread uncertainty places some question marks. In contrast, the Utah State Aggies carry their impressive record with them, but they show the same weak points while playing on the road against the spread.
For March Madness bets and predictions, the TCU indeed is favored by the odds and the best value might, in turn, be to back Utah State, especially with +3.5 spread. The Aggies have proved that it can maintain the game and its offensive efficiency could help it score, or if not, win. One can barely ignore the total going over 150.5, since both are constantly involved in high-scoring games, thus making the OVER a good placing option as well.
