On Tuesday, November 25, 2025, the #17 Tennessee Volunteers will take on the #3 Houston Cougars at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, NV. This non-conference game will be broadcast on TNT at 6:00 PM ET. The Cougars are favored with a spread of -3.5, while the Volunteers are the underdogs with a moneyline of +143.
Tennessee vs. Houston Betting Prediction
- Spread Prediction: Tennessee Volunteers +3.5. Tennessee has a strong start to the season with a 6-0 record and high scoring. Their ability to score and rebound makes them a solid pick against the spread.
- Over/Under Prediction: Over 134.5. Tennessee averages 89.2 points per game, and Houston has been consistent with their scoring. Both teams can contribute to a high-scoring game.
Team Trends
- The game will be held at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, a neutral site.
- Houston Cougars are the favorites with a spread of -3.5 against the Tennessee Volunteers.
- Tennessee Volunteers have a perfect 6-0 record straight up in all games this season.
- Houston Cougars also have a 6-0 record straight up in all games this season.
- Both teams have struggled against the spread, each with a 2-4 record in all games.
Tennessee vs Houston Preview
The Tennessee Volunteers are set to meet the Houston Cougars in Las Vegas. Both teams have perfect 6-0 records this season. Tennessee is ranked #17 and plays in the Southeastern Conference. They have been strong at home, winning all their games by a wide margin. Their recent win against Rutgers saw standout performances from Ja’Kobi Gillespie and Nate Ament.
Houston, ranked #3, is part of the Big 12 Conference. They have also started the season with six wins. The Cougars recently edged out Syracuse by four points. Milos Uzan and Emanuel Sharp led the team in scoring. The game will be on a neutral court, and Houston is slightly favored with a -3.5 spread. Fans can catch the action on TNT at 6:00 PM ET.
Houston Cougars: A Strong Start
The Houston Cougars are having a great start to their season. They hold a perfect 6-0 record. This includes impressive wins both at home and away. Houston’s recent performance shows they are tough competitors. They won against Syracuse 78-74 in a close game. Emanuel Sharp and Milos Uzan both scored 26 points in that game. Their stats reflect their strong play. The team averages 76.7 points per game. They also have solid rebounding, with 41.0 rebounds per game.
Tennessee Volunteers: Ready for the Challenge
The Tennessee Volunteers are off to a strong start this season. They have a perfect 6-0 record. All their wins have come at home. Tennessee’s recent games show their offensive strength. They scored 85 points against Rutgers, winning by 25. Ja’Kobi Gillespie shined with 32 points in that game. The Volunteers have impressive stats this season. They average 89.2 points per game and rank 7th in rebounds with 46.8. Their field goal percentage stands at 50.3%.
Final Betting Pick
Tennessee’s strong start with a 6-0 record and their ability to score make them a solid pick against the spread at +3.5. The Volunteers average 89.2 points per game, which ranks them 46th in scoring. Their high field goal percentage of 50.3% also supports their offensive strength.
The over/under prediction of over 134.5 points looks promising due to both teams’ scoring abilities. Tennessee’s high average points per game and Houston’s consistent scoring of 76.7 points per game suggest a high-scoring game. Both teams have the potential to contribute significantly to the total points.
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Last updated:November 25, 2025 Houston Cougars, Tennessee Volunteers