East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs Samford Bulldogs predictions, Feb 14, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

7 months ago

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In an exciting NCAA basketball clash on February 14, 2026, the East Tennessee State Buccaneers are set to host the Samford Bulldogs in a pivotal matchup. Both teams come into this game with solid recent form, having each won four of their last five contests, indicating a competitive atmosphere as they vie for a key victory.

The Buccaneers hold a slight edge according to bookmakers, with odds favoring a home win at 1.41 compared to the Bulldogs at 2.61. An analysis of the two teams reveals that ETSU has been particularly effective in leveraging their home-court advantage, showcasing a strong offensive strategy. Their recent performances suggest a consistent ability to score, evidenced by a predicted final score of 77-71 in favor of the Buccaneers.

On the other hand, Samford has demonstrated resilience and adaptability in their recent matches, capitalizing on swift transitions and defensive cohesion to secure victories. This tactical balance may challenge the Buccaneers, but they will need to maintain focus on defense to contain Samford’s scoring threats.

With both teams in formidable form, the matchup promises to be an intriguing contest, though outcomes remain uncertain in the highly competitive landscape of NCAA basketball.

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East Tennessee State
68.9%

Samford
31.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 77:71

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.32		3.15
	1.37		2.99
	1.33		3.15
	1.41		2.61
	1.37		3.2

Latest Results

11.02.26 East Tennessee State Buccaneers basketball – Chattanooga Mocs basketball – 73:61
07.02.26 Virginia Military Keydets basketball – East Tennessee State Buccaneers basketball – 70:87
04.02.26 East Tennessee State Buccaneers basketball – Furman Paladins basketball – 75:71 OT
01.02.26 Wofford Terriers basketball – East Tennessee State Buccaneers basketball – 72:86
29.01.26 East Tennessee State Buccaneers basketball – Western Carolina Catamounts basketball – 88:90

11.02.26 Samford Bulldogs basketball – Wofford Terriers basketball – 97:80
07.02.26 Samford Bulldogs basketball – Mercer Bears basketball – 69:49
05.02.26 Samford Bulldogs basketball – Citadel Bulldogs basketball – 78:64
01.02.26 Western Carolina Catamounts basketball – Samford Bulldogs basketball – 74:88
29.01.26 Furman Paladins basketball – Samford Bulldogs basketball – 78:73

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, East Tennessee State won 3.

At the moment, both teams are looking strong and ready to play.

In this match, East Tennessee State is a strong favorite.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, East Tennessee State won 13 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 1466:1394. (average 73.3:69.7).

Including home matches between the teams, East Tennessee State won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 695:640. (average 77.2:71.1).

Latest Head To Head

17.01.26 Samford Bulldogs basketball – East Tennessee State Buccaneers basketball – 75:76
08.02.25 East Tennessee State Buccaneers basketball – Samford Bulldogs basketball – 66:59
18.01.25 Samford Bulldogs basketball – East Tennessee State Buccaneers basketball – 60:65
11.03.24 Samford Bulldogs basketball – East Tennessee State Buccaneers basketball – 76:69
24.02.24 Samford Bulldogs basketball – East Tennessee State Buccaneers basketball – 87:71

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Arizona Wildcats: 4.75 (14.97%)

2. Michigan Wolverines: 5.5 (12.93%)

3. Duke Blue Devils: 7.5 (9.48%)

4. Houston Cougars: 8.5 (8.36%)

5. Illinois Fighting Illini: 13 (5.47%)

6. Florida Gators: 14 (5.08%)

7. Iowa State: 15 (4.74%)

8. Connecticut Huskies: 16 (4.44%)

9. Kansas Jayhawks: 17 (4.18%)

10. Purdue Boilermakers: 20 (3.55%)

11. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 26 (2.73%)

12. Texas Tech: 36 (1.97%)

13. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 36 (1.97%)

14. Michigan State: 41 (1.73%)

15. Vanderbilt Commodores: 46 (1.55%)

16. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.39%)

17. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.06%)

18. Brigham Young: 67 (1.06%)

19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.06%)

20. St. Johns Red Storm: 67 (1.06%)

21. Louisville: 81 (0.88%)

22. Kentucky Wildcats: 81 (0.88%)

23. Iowa Hawkeyes: 101 (0.7%)

24. Virginia Cavaliers: 101 (0.7%)

25. St. Louis Billikens: 101 (0.7%)

26. North Carolina: 101 (0.7%)

27. Clemson: 126 (0.56%)

28. Wisconsin Badgers: 151 (0.47%)

29. Auburn Tigers: 151 (0.47%)

30. NC State: 151 (0.47%)

31. Miami (FL): 176 (0.4%)

32. UCF Knights: 201 (0.35%)

33. Texas A&M: 201 (0.35%)

34. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.28%)

35. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.28%)

36. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.28%)

37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.28%)

38. UCLA: 251 (0.28%)

39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.2%)

40. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.2%)

41. USC Trojans: 351 (0.2%)

42. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.14%)

43. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.14%)

44. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.14%)

45. New Mexico: 501 (0.14%)

46. San Diego State: 501 (0.14%)

47. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.14%)

48. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.09%)

49. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

50. Ole Miss Rebels: 1001 (0.07%)

51. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)

52. West Virginia: 1001 (0.07%)

53. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

54. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.07%)

55. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.07%)

56. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

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