Match Analysis: Army Knights vs East Texas A&M Lions – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: November 25, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM UTC
- Location: Hackensack, New Jersey (FDU Basketball Classic)
Game Overview
East Texas A&M Lions face the Army Black Knights in the FDU Basketball Classic at Hackensack, New Jersey. This matchup features East Texas A&M, newly elevated to Division I status and eligible for NCAA Tournament qualification, against Army in a neutral-site tournament game. The Lions are favored with -220 moneyline odds, indicating they are expected to secure a victory. Both teams enter the contest with early-season records still being established.
Key Factors to Consider
- East Texas A&M enters with a 2-3 record after playing a competitive non-conference schedule including games against New Mexico, Hawaii, and Rice. The Lions have demonstrated competitiveness against higher-level competition. R. Harrison leads the team with 19.0 PPG on 65.2 FG% and 83.3 FT%, indicating strong offensive efficiency. Army enters with a 1-5 record (noted as 1-4 in some sources, with the discrepancy likely due to game timing around the search date). Army fell to Marist 76-65 in their last game, with Jacen Holloway leading the team at 11.7 PPG. East Texas A&M's superior record and stronger individual performances suggest better overall team development.
- This appears to be the first matchup between these programs in recent seasons. No historical head-to-head data is available from the search results.
- No specific injury information is provided in the available search results for either team.
- The game is played at a neutral site (Hackensack, New Jersey) as part of the FDU Basketball Classic. Neither team has a true home-court advantage, though this may slightly favor the team with better road/neutral-court performance capability. East Texas A&M's recent travel experience (games in New Mexico, Hawaii, Houston, and New Jersey) may provide some familiarity with road conditions.
- East Texas A&M has motivation as a newly elevated Division I program seeking to establish credibility and tournament eligibility. Army seeks to improve their early-season record and build momentum. Tournament play often increases competitiveness for both squads.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Army: +180 | East Texas A&M: -220 | East Texas A&M Lions victory | ★★★★☆ 72% |
| Spread | Army +4.5 (-110) | East Texas A&M -4.5 (-110) | East Texas A&M -4.5 | ★★★☆☆ 68% |
| Over/under | Over 141.5 (-110) | Under 141.5 (-110) | Under 141.5 | ★★★☆☆ 55% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Army Knights -0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 141.5 1% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 141.5 at 1% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 1.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
East Texas A&M Lions are predicted to win this matchup. The Lions' superior record (2-3 vs 1-5), better individual player performance (Harrison's 19 PPG), higher shooting efficiency, and stronger early-season competitiveness against quality opponents all suggest they should control this game. While Army will compete, East Texas A&M's Division I status and tournament-level competition exposure provide an edge.
Predicted Score: East Texas A&M 76, Army 67