Tulsa arrives at this game with a 1-0 record, while Sam Houston State is looking to bounce back after an opening loss. The betting odds clearly favor Tulsa. They are listed as a hefty 13.5-point favorite on the spread, meaning bettors backing Tulsa need them to win by at least 14 points to cover. The odds on Tulsa to cover sit around -115, which is a typical juice for a spread bet.
The moneyline further highlights Tulsa’s favorite status. At -550, a $550 bet would win $100 if Tulsa takes the game outright. Sam Houston State is a big underdog at +410, making a $100 wager pay $410 if they pull off the upset. This line suggests the market sees Tulsa as the much stronger team.
The total points line is set at 51.5, with the over slightly favored at -108. This suggests that oddsmakers expect a moderately high-scoring game. Bettors can take the over if they believe the teams will combine for 52 points or more, or the under if they expect a lower-scoring affair.
Given Tulsa’s winning start and the large spread, the market is leaning heavily towards a Tulsa win by a comfortable margin. Sam Houston State will need to overcome a significant deficit to cover or win outright. Bettors should weigh the risk of the big spread against Tulsa’s early success and the potential for a high-scoring game.