Match Analysis: Tarleton State Texans vs Merrimack Warriors – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-12
- Time: 1:00 AM UTC
- Location: Wisdom Gym, Stephenville, TX
Game Overview
Tarleton State Texans (1-2) host Merrimack Warriors (0-2) in a non-conference NCAAB matchup. Tarleton State enters as favorites with a modest home-court edge, while Merrimack has struggled offensively and defensively in their first two games.
Key Factors to Consider
- Tarleton State averages 73.7 PPG and 26.3 RPG, but allows 89.7 PPG. Merrimack averages 61.5 PPG and 23.0 RPG, allowing 85.0 PPG. Merrimack shot just 28.6% FG and 25% 3PT in their last game, while Tarleton State has shown more offensive consistency but poor defensive discipline.
- No recent H2H data available; this is a rare matchup between the two programs.
- No major injuries reported for either team.
- Game is played at Wisdom Gym, Tarleton State's home venue, which provides a slight home-court advantage. No weather or crowd size concerns.
- Tarleton State seeks to improve to 2-2 and build momentum, while Merrimack is looking for their first win after two blowout losses.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | home: -225, away: 176 | Tarleton State Texans | Not available |
| Spread | home: -4.5, away: 4.5 | Tarleton State Texans -4.5 | Not available |
| Over/under | over: 141.5, under: 141.5 | Under 141.5 | Not available |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Tarleton State Texans -2% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 141.5 31% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 141.5 at 31% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 33.4% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Tarleton State covers the spread and wins outright, but the game remains relatively low-scoring due to Merrimack's offensive struggles.
Predicted Score: Tarleton State 76, Merrimack 64