Texas A&M vs. Arkansas Prediction and Odds (Aggies are Being Undervalued on the Road)
By Matt De Saro
then-NoThe Texas A&M Aggies and Arkansas Razorbacks are back in SEC action tonight when they go head-to-head at the Bud Walton Arena. While the Aggies have a better record at 15-3 and a higher rank in the conference, Arkansas is favored here after going 10-1 at home so far this year. However, they are ust 3-3 against SEC teams. The Aggies, meanwhile, are 5-1 in conference play. Their lone loss was a 64-58 loss to the No. 12 Kentucky Wildcats. Arkansas also beat a 12th ranked team last week with a 65-58 victory over the then No. 12 ranked LSU Tigers.
The Aggies are fighting to crack the top-25 in the rankings despite having a very strong overall and conference record.
Here are the odds for this meaningful SEC showdown, courtesy of WynnBET Sportsbook.
Texas A&M vs. Arkansas Odds, Spread, and Total
Spread:
- Texas A&M +9 (-110)
- Arkansas -9 (-110)
Moneyline:
- Texas A&M +320
- Arkansas -420
Total: 144.5 (Over -105/Under -115)
Texas A&M vs. Arkansas Prediction and Pick
Despite being a rather large favorite, I expect that the Razorbacks will struggle to put up points against a very strong Aggies defense. Texas A&M ranks 39th in the nation in terms of opponent’s points per game at 63.9 and 48th in effective field goal percentage. That is not saying that Arkansas has a weak offense, I just think the Aggies match up well against them. Especially on the perimeter. Despite having the 17th highest-ranking offense in terms of overall scoring, the Razorbacks are one of the worst three-point shooting teams in the nation. Their 28.8 shooting percentage from deep ranks them 328th in the country.
I think the odds for this game are a bit too influenced by the Aggies' recent loss to Kentucky at home. But, they are still a very strong team who shoots well, creates a lot of turnovers, and is tenacious on the defense glass. I'll take the points with the road team here and I wouldn't be too shocked if they remain undefeated on the road.
Pick: Texas A&M Aggies +9 (-110)