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How to Watch, BetSaracen Odds: Arkansas vs. LSU
The Arkansas Razorbacks (14-9, 3-7 SEC) faltered at home against Alabama over the weekend, but the Hoop Hogs are still in the thick of NCAA Tournament consideration and have another chance to boost their resume on Wednesday at against the LSU Tigers (12-11, 1-9 SEC) at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville.
It’ll mark the second time this season that the Razorbacks and Tigers face off. The first matchup was Jan. 14 in Baton Rouge, a game LSU won, 78-74. Arkansas put LSU on the foul line often and the Tigers went 26-of-28 from the charity stripe, which ended up being the difference in the game.
“I think the one thing that stands out from the first game is they made free throws,” Arkansas assistant coach Chuck Martin said Tuesday. “We fouled quite a bit. They made free throws, which helped them, I think, at the end. As of late, we’ve been defending without fouling, which is a really good thing for us.”
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The first time these two teams matched up, Arkansas was in a bit of a free-fall. The Hogs had lost three straight entering the contest, couldn’t rebound the ball effectively and had an anemic offense that struggled to score.
Rebounding has still been an issue for the Razorbacks, but they’ve had better overall performances in recent weeks. The Hogs have won three of their last five conference games — including road wins at Kentucky and Texas — and they are firmly in the mix for an NCAA Tournament bid.
There hasn’t been much talk in the facility about the Big Dance, though, as Martin said they’re taking the rest of the season one game at a time.
“We’re just going into practice every single day trying to get better, trying to improve, prepare for the next opponent,” Martin said. “We’re steering clear of those conversations, just doing the best that we can do day to day and get ready for LSU.”
Below are details on how to watch, BetSaracen betting lines, links to stream and links to all of our coverage leading up to the game…
Who: Arkansas Razorbacks (14-9, 3-7 SEC) vs. LSU Tigers (12-11, 1-9 SEC)
When: Wednesday, February 12 at 8 p.m. CT
Where: Bud Walton Arena — Fayetteville, Arkansas
TV/Stream: ESPN / Watch ESPN (John Schriffen and Richard Hendrix)
Radio: Learfield Razorback Sports Network (Chuck Barrett and Matt Zimmerman)
Below are details on the betting odds for the game and Double R Prop bets. To get in on the action, visit BetSaracen.com and click on the Arkansas Specials tab.
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*All odds accurate as of the publishing of this story. They are subject to change.*
Moneyline/Spread
– Arkansas: -425, -9 (-110)
– LSU: +325, +9 (-110)
– O/U: 146 (-110)
Double R Props (More available in the BetSaracen app)
– Adou Thiero OVER 10.5 FTs attempted and OVER 0.5 blocks (+145)
– D.J. Wagner OVER 13.5 points and OVER 3.5 rebounds (-105)
– Johnell Davis OVER 6.5 3PT FGs attempted and OVER 2.5 3PT FGs made (+120)
– Trevon Brazile OVER 1.5 blocks and OVER 5.5 FGs attempted (+145)
– Karter Knox OVER 9.5 points and OVER 4.5 rebounds (+130)
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Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders odds, picks and predictions
The No. 17 Arkansas Razorbacks (7-2) and No. 16 Texas Tech Red Raiders (7-2) meet Saturday at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. Tip-off is set for noon ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NCAA basketball odds around the Arkansas vs. Texas Tech odds and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions for the best bets.
Arkansas earned its second straight win last Saturday, rolling past the Fresno State Bulldogs 82-58. It covered as a 20-point home favorite, and the Under (160.5) hit. Arkansas controlled the game defensively, forcing 17 turnovers and holding the Bulldogs to 15% (4-for-26) shooting from 3-point range. G Darius Acuff Jr. led the way with 18 points, 8 assists, 5 rebounds and a steal.
Texas Tech extended its winning streak to 3 games Sunday with an 82-58 win over the LSU Tigers. The Red Raiders covered as 5.5-point home favorites, and the Under (153.5) cashed. Texas Tech locked in defensively, holding LSU to 17% (4-for-24) shooting from 3-point range. G Christian Anderson led all players with 27 points, 8 assists, 5 rebounds and 2 steals. F LeJuan Watts provided a double-double (15 points and 10 rebounds) off the bench.
Texas Tech and Arkansas last met March 27 in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16. The Red Raiders survived an 85-83 OT win, while Arkansas covered as a 5.5-point underdog. The total pushed past the number, cashing the Over.
– Rankings: USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll
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Arkansas vs. Texas Tech odds
Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:49 a.m. ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Arkansas -102 (bet $102 to win $100) | Texas Tech -118 (bet $118 to win $100)
- Against the spread (ATS): Arkansas +1.5 (-115) | Texas Tech -1.5 (-105)
- Over/Under (O/U): 157.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)
Arkansas vs. Texas Tech picks and predictions
Prediction
Arkansas 76, Texas Tech 73
BET ARKANSAS (-102).
This is a rematch the Razorbacks haven’t forgotten. They had Texas Tech on the ropes in the Sweet 16 last March before watching it slip away late, and this feels like a clear revenge spot on a neutral floor in Dallas.
What I like most is Arkansas’ backcourt. The Razorbacks are quicker, more dynamic and better equipped to control tempo, especially with Acuff starting to look more comfortable running the offense. When Arkansas is at its best, the ball is in its guards’ hands, pushing pace and creating pressure, and that’s an area where Texas Tech can struggle.
The Razorbacks’ losses this season have come against strong competition, and they were competitive in each one. Texas Tech, meanwhile, has been more uneven. The Red Raiders handled LSU, but they’ve also been blown out and pushed around by other quality opponents.
In a tight, high-energy matchup, I’ll trust the deeper roster, the fresher legs in the backcourt and the team with something to prove. Arkansas is the side for me.
PASS.
No need to play around with the spread when you can get the Razorback at plus odds on the moneyline.
BET UNDER 157.5 (-115).
Texas Tech leans on physical half-court defense, while Arkansas defends cleanly without sending teams to the line and ranks 28th nationally in 3-point defense. The Under has hit in 6 of Texas Tech’s last 7 games and 6 of Arkansas’ last 8, making this a strong trend-based spot.
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