BYU vs TCU Picks and Prediction – 1/11/2025

On Saturday, the BYU Cougars (10-4) face off against the TCU Horned Frogs (8-6) at Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth, Texas. Get ready for the college basketball season with our college basketball picks.

TCU comes into this matchup on a one-game losing streak, but has won three of their last five games. In a recent 65-46 defeat against Houston, Noah Reynolds stood out for the Horned Frogs by contributing 19 points. Throughout the current season, Reynolds has emerged as the leading scorer for TCU, averaging 11.8 points per game. Right behind him in scoring is Vasean Allette, who has maintained an average of 10.9 points per game this season. On the rebounding front, Ernest Udeh Jr. is the top performer for TCU, pulling down an average of 8.5 rebounds per game. Reynolds also plays a pivotal role as the team's leading playmaker, with an average of 3.5 assists per game. Over their last five games, the Horned Frogs have managed to score an average of 66 points per game. As they prepare to host BYU, TCU aims to balance their conference record. Currently, the team boasts an overall scoring average of 67.8 points per game.

BYU enters this game on a two-game losing streak, but has won three of their last five games. In a closely contested match against Texas Tech, the Cougars were edged out with a 72-67 loss. Fousseyni Traore put up a commendable performance, contributing 14 points to the team's efforts. Richie Saunders has been the leading scorer for BYU this season, maintaining an impressive average of 12.9 points per game. Not far behind, Egor Demin has established himself as the second-highest scorer for the team, with an average of 11.4 points per game. On the defensive end, Keba Keita has been a standout performer, topping the team’s rebounding stats by averaging 8.5 boards per game. Additionally, Egor Demin showcases his playmaking abilities by leading the Cougars in assists, with an average reach of 6 per game. Throughout their recent five games, BYU has managed to score an average of 73.8 points, showcasing their offensive capabilities. Looking to secure their second win in the conference, the Cougars are set to travel to Fort Worth to face off against TCU. Overall, BYU’s offense is strong, averaging 81.4 points per game this season.

TCU aims to maintain their perfect record on their home court as they prepare to face off against their conference rivals, BYU. Both teams have had a rocky start to their conference play, each suffering losses in two of their first three games. As they meet on the court, they'll both be eager to improve their standings and level their conference records. Meanwhile, BYU is seeking their first victory on the road this season, hoping to secure it in Fort Worth. Final Score Prediction, TCU Horned Frogs win 72-67.