The UConn Huskies will face the Texas Longhorns in the finals of the Empire Classic from Madison Square Garden at 7:00 ET on Monday. The Huskies are listed as 6.5-point favorites, and the total is at 144.5 points what is the best bet from the Garden? Keep reading for our UConn vs. Texas prediction.
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
885 UConn (-6.5) at 886 Texas Longhorns (+6.5); o/u 144.5
7:00 p.m. ET, Monday, November 20, 2023
Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
UConn vs. Texas Public Betting Information
Our CBB Public Betting Information page indicates that 84% of public bettors are currently backing UConn when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
UConn Huskies Notes
UConn pulled away late in the second half in route to a 20-point win against Indiana on Sunday afternoon. Tristen Newton recorded a double-double in the victory scoring 23 points and grabbing 11 rebounds.
Texas Longhorns Notes
Texas escaped with an 81-80 victory against the Louisville Cardinals on Sunday. Max Abmas knocked down the game winning bucket as time expired. Despite, the win the Longhorns will need to be much better if they want to knock off the Huskies.
UConn vs. Texas CBB Betting Trends
UConn is 4-1 ATS in it’s last 5 games.
Texas is 0-3 ATS in it’s first 3 games.
The total has gone over in 5 of the last 10 for UConn.
UConn vs. Texas CBB Prediction:
UConn looked impressive on both ends of the floor on Sunday, while Texas was fortunate to win against Louisville.
Take the Over in this final from MSG. UConn should have no problems scoring versus a Texas team that allowed 80 points to a Louisville offense who is mediocre at best. Texas couldn’t find the range from deep in Sunday’s contest going 2/17 from deep as a team, I expect that number to improve by a significant margin on Monday. Both teams have plenty of playmakers to push this game over the total.
UConn vs. Texas College Hoops Prediction: Over 144.5
