Sam Houston State Bearkats vs Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders predictions, Feb 18, 2026

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The upcoming NCAA basketball clash on February 18, 2026, between the Sam Houston State Bearkats and the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders promises to be an intriguing matchup. The Bearkats come into this game in excellent form, having secured victories in 4 of their last 5 outings. Their recent performance is characterized by a solid offensive unit that has been able to put points on the board efficiently, reflecting their predicted final score of 79.

In contrast, the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders have struggled lately, winning only 1 of their last 5 contests. This downturn may hinder their momentum and confidence as they face a resilient Bearkats squad on the road. The Blue Raiders will need to tighten their defense and find consistency in their scoring to compete effectively.

Bookmakers reflect this trend with odds favoring the Bearkats at 1.42 for a home win, while the Blue Raiders sit at 2.8. Our model gives home team Sam Houston a 60.6% chance of victory, with a 39.4% probability for Middle Tennessee. While the Bearkats appear to have the upper hand, particularly given their home-court advantage, upsets can happen in college basketball, making this matchup one to watch closely.

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Sam Houston State 65.9%

Middle Tennessee 34.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 79:73

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Betting Odds

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	1.41		2.60
	1.4		2.9

Latest Results

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14.02.26 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – 82:80 12.02.26 Kennesaw State Owls basketball – Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – 87:90 07.02.26 Delaware Fightin Blue Hens basketball – Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – 89:88 OT 04.02.26 Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – Florida International Golden Panthers basketball – 84:88 OT 31.01.26 Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – 60:65

Facts

Sam Houston State is currently in amazing form (last 5 games: 4 wins).

Middle Tennessee is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

Sam Houston State may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

Sam Houston State might have a minor edge in this game.

We predict that Sam Houston State will win today’s game, with odds of 1.42.

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Sam Houston State won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 353:334. (average 70.6:66.8).

Including home matches between the teams, Sam Houston State won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 156:141. (average 78:70.5).

Latest Head To Head

04.01.26 Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – 68:67 22.02.25 Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – 74:70 23.01.25 Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – 75:77 02.03.24 Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – 81:64 13.01.24 Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – 51:60

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