This pick was released to clients on January 02, 2026 at 11:07AM ET.
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Sam Houston at Western Kentucky

January 2, 2026
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Sam Houston is 4-0 at home, but 2-4 on the road, part of a 5-17 straight-up run away from home. This will be their seventh road game in the last eight, after losing 87-78 at New Mexico State in their previous road game. Western Kentucky averages 83 points and takes excellent care of the basketball (10.9 turnovers per game), with two guards leading the team in scoring. Western Kentucky has won five of its six home games and is on a 30-8 run at home. The wagering value is on the home team to win the game. Play Western Kentucky on the moneyline. 

1.5 units on Western Kentucky -170 (moneyline) (risk 1.5 to return 2.38)
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Sam Houston Bearkats
49
42
91
W. Kentucky Hilltoppers img
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60
102
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