Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (WKU)

Basketball NCAAB Fri 28 Feb 09:00

Texas El Paso Miners

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Why Under 150.5 Looks the Best Betting Option

We’re not sure that Western Kentucky and UTEP will reach a certain points threshold. Our prediction is to take the 1.95 that there are Under 150.5 points.

Western Kentucky Have 9 Wins in Last 10 H2H Battles

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers claimed a victory in their previous game. A 64-63 home win occurred against Louisiana Tech Bulldogs.

Texas El Paso Miners were beaten last game and this was on the road. Jacksonville State Gamecocks claimed a 73-65 win.

Western Kentucky triumphed 78-74 when they last played UTEP. Western Kentucky have won three on the spin against UTEP. They’ve also claimed 9 wins in the past 10 head-to-head matchups.

NCAAB Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
UTEP 18-15 2392 2335 57 13-5 5-10 1L
Western Kentucky 17-15 2395 2392 3 13-6 4-9 2L
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Expert College Basketball Analysis

Our team of college basketball handicappers monitor the current injuries. When integrated with the latest form, this helps us secure the value odds. Our data-led approach backed up by key stats always proves useful.

Key Western Kentucky vs UTEP stats:

  • The 150.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 WKU games on the road.
  • The 150.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 WKU games.
  • The 150.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 WKU games.
  • The 150.5 line hasn’t been covered in any of the last 5 UTEP games at home.
  • The 150.5 line hasn’t been covered in 9 of the last 10 UTEP games at home.
  • The 150.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 5 UTEP games at home.

Western Kentucky vs UTEP Prediction

When the teams line up in this college matchup, we’re not sure that the total points will go over the line. Based on this pick, you can land 1.95 for Under 150.5 and this looks worth taking.

If you’re wanting bigger odds for your Under wager, then there’s a way of changing the line and shooting for a lower points total in the hope of a better return.

Under 150.5 Probability

According to the sportsbooks, our pick has a 51.3% chance of winning. However, our cappers think that the probability sits between 55-60% taking all factors into consideration. It's therefore regarded as a value wager.

Our Pick

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Published 12:52, 27 February 2025

Western Kentucky vs UTEP Bet Builder Tips

Totals Under 150.5
Spread WKU +4.5
Result & BTTS 80 WKU / No

Our same game parlay pick is Under 150.5 points, Western Kentucky +4.5 on the spread and Western Kentucky/BTTS No on the Result & Both Teams to Score lines.

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Correct Score Prediction

Western Kentucky Western Kentucky logo 71 - 73 UTEP logo UTEP

There might not be too much between these teams, with our correct score pick being a 73-71 win for UTEP. There are huge odds available when it comes to this selection.

Western Kentucky vs UTEP Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Books Make UTEP Moneyline Favorites

UTEP have the shortest price to win this college game, with the sportsbooks giving them a 69% probability due to their 1.44 Moneyline betting odds. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Western Kentucky are trading at 2.84.

The current spread is 5.5 and the total points line is 149.5. A Total bet is always available and can often provide value selections. There’s the chance to back Under 149.5 at 1.87.

You can back UTEP to make a fast start and hit the 20-point mark first. The favorites are 1.56 to achieve this, with Western Kentucky 2.30 to win the race to this total.

Consider every angle when placing your college basketball bets. The betting sites offer a nice selection of team props and game lines and it’s all about finding a wager which matches your prediction of the contest.

Betting Lines & Odds

Player Props & Micro Betting

If you have a view on Total Points, Three-Pointers, Assists, Double-Doubles or Triple-Doubles, then the player prop betting could be up your street. It’s a great way of wagering on individual performance.

For those looking to enjoy a thrilling in-game wager, college basketball micro betting could be up your street. You are now able to wager on the Next Field Goal, with the options being for a two-pointer or a three-pointer.

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Last 5 & H2H

Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Western Kentucky logo Western Kentucky Stats

UTEP logo UTEP Stats

Moneyline

  • 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

  • 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

Point Spread

Total Points

Total Points

NCAAB Table Select Season

Conference USA Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Liberty 28-6 2603 2138 465 18-4 10-2 5W
Middle Tennessee 22-11 2505 2357 148 13-4 9-7 1L
Jacksonville State 22-12 2511 2334 177 14-3 8-9 1L
Louisiana Tech 20-12 2364 2188 176 14-4 6-8 1L
Kennesaw State 19-14 2526 2417 109 14-5 5-9 1L
UTEP 18-15 2392 2335 57 13-5 5-10 1L
New Mexico State 17-15 2229 2110 119 9-6 8-9 2L
Western Kentucky 17-15 2395 2392 3 13-6 4-9 2L
Sam Houston 13-19 2411 2433 -22 10-4 3-15 1L
FIU 10-23 2285 2380 -95 6-8 4-15 1L
  • Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
  • PF = Total Points For
  • PA = Total Points Against
  • N. Pts = Point Differential
  • Home = Home Record
  • Away = Away Record
  • Strk = Current Streak