Sam Houston State Bearkats vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers predictions, Jan 24, 2026

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Sam Houston State

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers

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In an exciting NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Sam Houston State Bearkats will face off against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at the Bearkats’ home court.

The Bearkats come into this game in good form, having won 4 of their last 5 matches. Their recent performances have showcased their offensive prowess and solid defensive play. On the other hand, the Hilltoppers have won 2 of their last 5 matches, highlighting some inconsistencies in their game.

Based on bookmakers’ odds, the Bearkats are slight favorites with a 1.45 chance of winning at home compared to the Hilltoppers’ 2.49 odds for an away victory. Our model prediction also slightly favors the Bearkats with a 58.2% probability of securing a win.

Both teams will need to bring their A-game to clinch the victory in this matchup. It will be interesting to see how the Bearkats’ offense matches up against the Hilltoppers’ defense. With the odds and recent form in mind, this game is shaping up to be a closely contested battle with both teams having a chance to come out on top.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-01-23T20:52:03+00:00.

Sam Houston State
63.2%
Western Kentucky
36.8%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Pinnacle 1.45 2.49

Latest Results

21.01.26 Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – Kennesaw State Owls basketball – 93:87
17.01.26 Florida International Golden Panthers basketball – Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – 63:76
14.01.26 Jacksonville State Gamecocks basketball – Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – 62:77
10.01.26 Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – Liberty Flames basketball – 74:82
08.01.26 Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – Delaware Fightin Blue Hens basketball – 72:60
21.01.26 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – Liberty Flames basketball – 69:76
17.01.26 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – Kennesaw State Owls basketball – 65:81
14.01.26 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – Missouri State Bears basketball – 87:72
10.01.26 UTEP Miners basketball – Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – 56:68
08.01.26 New Mexico State Aggies basketball – Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – 80:64

Facts

  • Sam Houston State is undoubtedly in great shape (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Western Kentucky‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Sam Houston State will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • We predict that Sam Houston State will win today’s game, with odds of 1.45.
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Sam Houston State won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 392:390. (average 78.4:78).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Sam Houston State won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 144:149. (average 72:74.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    02.01.26 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – 102:91
    20.02.25 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – 62:78
    25.01.25 Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – 66:75
    01.02.24 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – 77:79
    10.01.24 Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – Western Kentucky Hilltoppers basketball – 78:74

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5 (14.46%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 5.5 (13.14%)

    3. Connecticut Huskies: 10 (7.23%)

    4. Duke Blue Devils: 12 (6.02%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 12 (6.02%)

    6. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (5.56%)

    7. Iowa State: 15 (4.82%)

    8. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16 (4.52%)

    9. Florida Gators: 19 (3.8%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 23 (3.14%)

    11. Vanderbilt Commodores: 31 (2.33%)

    12. Brigham Young: 31 (2.33%)

    13. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.33%)

    14. Michigan State: 36 (2.01%)

    15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 36 (2.01%)

    16. Texas Tech: 41 (1.76%)

    17. Virginia Cavaliers: 51 (1.42%)

    18. Louisville: 51 (1.42%)

    19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 51 (1.42%)

    20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 61 (1.18%)

    21. North Carolina: 81 (0.89%)

    22. St. Johns Red Storm: 91 (0.79%)

    23. Tennessee Volunteers: 101 (0.72%)

    24. Kentucky Wildcats: 101 (0.72%)

    25. Clemson: 126 (0.57%)

    26. Iowa Hawkeyes: 126 (0.57%)

    27. Georgia Bulldogs: 176 (0.41%)

    28. Indiana Hoosiers: 201 (0.36%)

    29. Wisconsin Badgers: 201 (0.36%)

    30. SMU Mustangs: 201 (0.36%)

    31. UCLA: 201 (0.36%)

    32. St. Louis Billikens: 201 (0.36%)

    33. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    34. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

    35. Baylor Bears: 251 (0.29%)

    36. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.29%)

    37. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

    38. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

    39. Texas A&M: 251 (0.29%)

    40. UCF Knights: 351 (0.21%)

    41. Seton Hall Pirates: 351 (0.21%)

    42. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

    43. San Diego State: 351 (0.21%)

    44. Missouri Tigers: 351 (0.21%)

    45. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

    46. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.14%)

    47. TCU: 501 (0.14%)

    48. Creighton: 501 (0.14%)

    49. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.14%)

    50. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.14%)

    51. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.14%)

    52. LSU: 751 (0.1%)

    53. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

    54. Kansas State: 751 (0.1%)

    55. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

    56. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

    57. Butler Bulldogs: 751 (0.1%)

    58. Oregon Ducks: 751 (0.1%)

    59. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    60. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

    61. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

    62. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

    63. Colorado State: 1001 (0.07%)

    64. Wake Forest: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. Memphis Tigers: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

    67. Washington Huskies: 1001 (0.07%)

    68. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    69. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

    70. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    71. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

    72. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

    73. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

    74. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

    75. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    76. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

    77. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    78. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

    79. Arizona State: 1001 (0.07%)

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

    81. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

    82. Florida State: 1001 (0.07%)

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