Match Analysis: Houston Cougars vs Kansas St Wildcats – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: May 22, 2025
- Time: 1:00 AM UTC
- Location: Schroeder Park, Houston, Texas
Game Overview
The upcoming NCAA baseball match between the Houston Cougars and the Kansas State Wildcats is expected to be a competitive contest. The Cougars are currently hosting the game, while the Wildcats are favored by bookmakers. Both teams have shown strong performance in their respective schedules, with Kansas State having a notable run in the NCAA Super Regionals last season.
Key Factors to Consider
- Houston has an overall win percentage of .558 and a conference win percentage of .429. Kansas State had a successful 2024 season, reaching the NCAA Super Regionals and setting several school records. Their schedule includes multiple strong opponents, which could impact their performance.
- There is no recent head-to-head data available for this specific matchup in the search results.
- No specific injury reports are available in the search results.
- The home advantage for Houston could play a significant role, while Kansas State's strong 2024 season could boost their confidence.
- Both teams are motivated to perform well, with Kansas State looking to maintain their recent success and Houston seeking to improve their conference standing.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Houston Cougars: 160, Kansas St Wildcats: -210 | Kansas State Wildcats | β β β ββ 60% |
| Spread | Houston Cougars: +1.5 -110, Kansas St Wildcats: -1.5 -120 | Kansas State Wildcats | β β β ββ 55% |
| Over/under | Over: 10 -115, Under: 10 -115 | Under | β β β ββ 52% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Kansas St Wildcats 69% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 10 -3% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Kansas St Wildcats at 69% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 43.1% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Based on the odds and team performance, Kansas State is favored to win, but the game could be closely contested given Houston's home advantage.
Predicted Score: Kansas State Wildcats 6, Houston Cougars 5