- Matchup: Texas State Bobcats vs Rice Owls
- Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025
- Venue: Tudor Fieldhouse, Houston, TX
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Rice Owls (3-6) are set to take on the Texas State Bobcats (6-4) at Tudor Fieldhouse this upcoming Wednesday.
In their recent game, the Texas State Bobcats faced off against Lehigh, suffering a close defeat with a score of 78-74. The Bobcats committed 13 personal fouls, while their opponents, Lehigh, recorded 18. Texas State showcased their shooting prowess by hitting 13 of 25 attempts from beyond the arc. Lehigh, meanwhile, managed a free throw percentage of 58.3% by converting 7 of their 12 attempts. While Lehigh secured 24 rebounds (6 offensive, 18 defensive), no blocks were recorded. They also tallied 17 assists and achieved 8 steals in this contest. Defensively, Texas State allowed their opponents to shoot 50.0% from the field with 29 successful shots out of 58. Overall, they recorded 11 assists, caused 13 turnovers, and made 9 steals. The Bobcats secured a total of 34 rebounds, with 12 of them being offensive. At the charity stripe, they converted 18 out of 23 attempts for a shooting percentage of 78.3%. Texas State concluded the game with a field goal percentage of 43.5% (27 of 62), and made 2 out of 6 attempts from three-point range.
DJ Hall played a pivotal role in the game, achieving an impressive field goal percentage of 81.8% and distributing 3 assists. He played for 41 minutes, grabbed 12 rebounds, and scored 23 points with 9 successful shots out of 11 attempts.
Texas State enters this matchup with a solid record of 6-4 for the season. They average 73.7 points per game, ranking 269th nationally, while shooting 47.5% from the field. The Bobcats have a three-point shooting percentage of 34.3% (48 of 140) and convert 72.8% of their free throw attempts. Collectively, Texas State pulls down an average of 38.8 rebounds per game and has tallied 137 assists, placing 49th in Division 1 in this category. They are committing 14.3 turnovers per game and averaging 17.0 personal fouls.
Defensively, the Bobcats are forcing their opponents into 14.2 turnovers per game while incurring an average of 16.7 personal fouls. They concede a three-point shooting percentage of 33.7% and are currently ranked 29th in Division 1 in terms of opponent points allowed per game (64.3). Texas State permits a field goal percentage of 40.8% (221 of 542) and surrenders an average of 29.5 rebounds per game as a unit, ranking 249th in terms of assists allowed with a total of 110 this season.
In their last outing, the Rice Owls enjoyed a convincing win, defeating Oral Roberts 81-62. The Owls secured 27 defensive rebounds and 10 offensive boards for a total of 37 rebounds during the game. They committed 10 turnovers, acquiring 9 steals for their efforts. Oral Roberts committed 11 fouls, leading to 12 free throw attempts for the Owls, who converted 11 for an impressive percentage of 91.7%. From beyond the arc, Rice excelled, making 12 of 21 attempts (57.1%). Overall, they finished with 29 successful field goals out of 57 attempts, resulting in a shooting percentage of 50.9%. On the defensive front, Rice allowed Oral Roberts to convert 23 of 60 attempts from the field, which amounted to 38.3%. Their three-point shooting percentage was 32.3%, hitting 10 of 31 shots, and they completed 6 of 10 free throw attempts (60.0%). In terms of rebounding, the Owls allowed Oral Roberts 26 rebounds (10 on offense).
Nick Anderson was a standout performer for the Owls, hitting 7 of 11 shots for a field goal percentage of 63.6%, while also securing 6 rebounds. He registered 22 points in his 36 minutes on the court and recorded 1 assist during the game.
The Rice Owls currently hold a record of 3-6 this season. Offensively, they are making 42.2% of their field goals, ranking 305th nationwide. Overall, Rice has accumulated 680 points this season (75.6 per game) and averages 38.2 rebounds per contest. They distribute 13.0 assists per game (262nd in the country) and are committing 13.4 turnovers. The Owls average 19.6 personal fouls and convert 68.4% from the free throw line.
Defensively, the Owls rank 184th in points allowed per game at 73.3. They force their opponents into 13.9 turnovers each game, while allowing them to shoot 43.2% from the field (176th in Division 1). Rice concedes a three-point shooting percentage of 33.5% (64 of 191) and lets opponents convert 70.6% of their free throw attempts. They average 13.8 assists allowed and 36.9 total rebounds per game, ranking 216th and 269th in Division 1, respectively.
Who will come out on top in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Rice
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