The No. 5 Houston Cougars (14-3, 6-0 Big 12) will look to build on a 10-game winning run when they host the Utah Utes (11-6, 3-3 Big 12) at 6:00 PM ET on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. The Utes have taken three games in a row.
In its previous game, Houston defeated UCF 69-68 on the road, with J’wan Roberts (21 PTS, 9 REB, 58.82 FG%) and Ja’Vier Francis (16 PTS, 10 REB, 83.33 FG%) leading the way.
Utah were winners at home over BYU, 73-72, in its last game. Its top performers were Ezra Ausar (26 PTS, 2 STL, 73.33 FG%) and Lawson Lovering (13 PTS, 7 REB, 3 BLK, 57.14 FG%).
As college hoops matchups continue, get ready for the outing with what you need to know ahead of Wednesday’s game.
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Houston Cougars vs. Utah Utes
- Game day: Wednesday, January 22, 2025
- Game time: 6:00 PM ET
- TV: ESPN+
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NCAA Basketball Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: Houston -19.5
- Total: 134.5
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