Baylor Bears vs Sam Houston Betting
The breakdown: Sam Houston State won the Southland Conference and has a gaudy record to show for it, while Baylor is one of the best teams nobody has been paying attention to all season. Baylor is an 11 point favorite.
Why Baylor will win: Guards Tweety Carter and LaceDarius Dunn have led the underappreciated Bears all season, and should be too athletic, too aggressive and too fast for Sam Houston State to keep up with.
Why Sam Houston State will win: If the Bearkats match up anywhere with Baylor, it’s in their backcourt. Guards Corey Allmond and Ashton Mitchell are Sam Houston State’s two senior starters, and will be playing for their tournament lives, and to keep their college careers alive. Desperation can lead to surprising results.
Verdict: Baylor by seven.
