Cincinnati Bearcats (5-3) at Houston Cougars (6-2): prediction and pick

Houston Cougars are clear favorites at 78% to win (HOU -11.5). Our predicted score is Cincinnati Bearcats 26, Houston Cougars 37, against a betting total of 62.5. Houston Cougars come in hot, 4-1 in their last 5.

Fair odds: Cincinnati Bearcats +359, Houston Cougars -359. Built from the betting line with the sportsbook's cut removed.

Predicted score: Cincinnati Bearcats 26, Houston Cougars 37

Spread: HOU -11.5

Total: 62.5

Moneyline: Cincinnati Bearcats +340, Houston Cougars -440

DraftKings line. Shop around, prices differ by book.

• Houston Cougars: 4-1 in the last 5 (L W W W W, most recent first)
• Cincinnati Bearcats: 2-3 in the last 5 (L W L L W, most recent first)

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