2023 has finally arrived, and the TCU Horned Frogs and Baylor Bears are set to participate in their first game of the new year on their NCAAB schedule. We have a top-20 matchup between #17 TCU (12-1) and #19 Baylor (10-3).
This would be one heck of a football game, but instead, we have a battle for the state of Texas. After the Texas Longhorns suffered an upset loss, this game may determine the best team in the Lone Star State. Follow along for all of our TCU vs Baylor Picks.
TCU Horned Frogs vs. Baylor Bears Odds
What a game we have in store between the TCU Horned Frogs and the Baylor Bears at the Ferrell Center. Looking at the college basketball standings, you would think TCU is the favorite, but that is not the case. With only one loss this season, the TCU Horned Frogs odds are not in their favor.
TCU enters the day at +195 on the Moneyline and +5.5 (-110) on the spread. Baylor, on the other hand, is -230 on the Moneyline and -5.5 (-110) on the spread. In this Big 12 battle, the college basketball picks favor the home team on the scoreboard. Finally, the total is set at 141.5 (-110).
TCU Horned Frogs vs. Baylor Bears Betting Preview
TCU Horned Frogs Preview
The TCU Horned Frogs should be undefeated and one of the top 10 NCAA basketball teams. Unfortunately for them, they suffered a tough 64-63 loss to Northwestern State. That was their only loss of the season. Their quality wins came against Iowa, Providence, Utah, and Texas Tech. Looking at the Baylor Bears schedule, they defeated Northwestern State this season.
Wednesday night is going to be all about offense for the TCU Horned Frogs. They are such a balanced program when it comes to scoring, and it all starts with Mike Miles Jr. at the forefront of it all. The guard averages 18.6 points, 3.2 assists, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.4 steals on 52.1% shooting from the field. Aside from Junior, they have two other double-digit scores in Emanuel Miller and Damion Baugh. It is hard to scout this team, as a plethora of college basketball players dressed in purple can light it up on any given night.
Horned Frogs Betting Trends
TCU is not going to blow you away with their stats against the spread and the over/under. The moneymaker so far this year has been their performance on the Moneyline. When discussing our TCU vs Baylor Picks, we have to look at the trends. TCU is 7-5-1 against the spread and 7-6 in the over/under this year. The Horned Frogs have not lost against the spread since December 10 against SMU. They are currently 1-0 in true road games.
Baylor Bears Betting Preview
All eyes at the beginning of the season were on the Baylor Bears as they entered the season as a top 5 team in all of college basketball. Losses to Virginia, Marquette, and Iowa State put a damper on that, but they have quite the resume. Baylor has played a much harder schedule and has pivotal wins against Gonzaga and UCLA. Even with three losses, it is not a surprise the NCAAB odds continue to side with the Bears.
Baylor Bears is led by the three-headed monster of Adam Flagler, Keyone George, and LJ Cryer. The three average 16.5, 15.6, and 14.9 points per game, respectively. The Bears are not only balanced, but they are a high-scoring offense. As a team, they shoot the ball at a very efficient 46.5% clip from the field.
Bears Betting Trends
Looking at the betting trends from these two teams, they have been very comparable this season. We will see if that remains the same in 2023. Baylor is a slightly below-average 6-7 against the spread and 7-6 in the over/under. The Bears have only covered the spread in one of their last four games and only hit the over once in their last six games.
Key Injuries
Both the TCU Horned Frogs and Baylor Bears are healthy, and the college basketball injury report has not hindered their roster. A healthy Baylor team is a scary team, especially on their home court.
TCU Horned Frogs vs. Baylor Bears Betting Preview
We have all the numbers laid out for you in the TCU Horned Frogs vs Baylor Bears, but what is the best bet? Finally, it is time to reveal the TCU vs Baylor Picks.
This TCU team has been slept on all year, and this may be their big break. They went through this in football and are going through it in basketball. Even as the road team in a hostile environment, take TCU +5.5 (-110).
Who Will Win the Game?
Baylor is coming off a 15-point loss against the Iowa State Cyclones in their last game and will try to bounce back. Will they win the game? They might, however, it will be a very close game. TCU should walk away with the win, but do not be surprised if Baylor wins by a score of something like 70-66. If this were the case, TCU would cover the 5.5 points. If the senior Adam Flagler does not score 20 points, it will be tough for the Bears to walk away with a win.
Take the Horned Frogs to cover in one of the most electric NCAA basketball games today.
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