As the college basketball season enters its final stretch, Kennesaw State and Sam Houston State are set to clash in a crucial non-conference matchup. Both teams are vying for a spot in the NCAA tournament, but their resumes are lacking in quality wins. Kennesaw State, with a NET ranking of 168, desperately needs to bolster its tournament hopes, while Sam Houston State, ranked 108 in the NET, is looking to build momentum. The Bearkats have a slightly better quad record, with six wins in Quad 3, but both teams have struggled against top-tier opponents.
Sam Houston State Has Dominated Quad 4 Opponents
Key Matchups
The CHD Scout prediction has Sam Houston State narrowly edging Kennesaw State by 0.1 points, with the Owls given a 49.7% chance of winning. This tight margin reflects the evenly matched nature of the contest. Neither team has a significant player momentum advantage, as both squads have been inconsistent in their recent performances. Kennesaw State is coming off a win, while Sam Houston State has also won two of its last three games.
CHD Scout Prediction
Sam Houston
79
Kennesaw State
79
A win for Kennesaw State would be a significant boost to its tournament chances, as it would add a much-needed quality win to its resume. On the other hand, a Sam Houston State victory would solidify its position as a potential bubble team. Given the tight prediction and the evenly matched teams, this game is poised to be a nail-biter.