Samford Bulldogs vs Western Carolina Catamounts predictions, Jan 07, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

9 months ago

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In an upcoming NCAA College Basketball matchup on January 7, 2026, the Samford Bulldogs will face off against the Western Carolina Catamounts on their home court.

Both teams have had varying degrees of success in their recent form, with the Samford Bulldogs winning 2 of their last 5 matches, while the Western Carolina Catamounts have only managed to secure 1 victory in their last 5 games.

The bookmakers have placed the odds in favor of the Samford Bulldogs, with a probability of 65.3% for a home win compared to 34.7% for an away win. This reflects the strength of the Samford team and their ability to perform well at home.

When looking at tactical strengths, the Samford Bulldogs have shown solid defense and three-point shooting capabilities, which could pose a challenge for the Western Carolina Catamounts. However, the Catamounts cannot be counted out, as they have shown resilience and the ability to compete against tough opponents.

In conclusion, while the odds may favor the Samford Bulldogs, this matchup could be a closely contested game with both teams having the potential to come out on top.

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Samford
68.2%

Western Carolina
31.8%

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Latest Results

03.01.26 UNC Greensboro Spartans basketball – Samford Bulldogs basketball – 89:82
01.01.26 Virginia Military Keydets basketball – Samford Bulldogs basketball – 58:78
07.12.25 Samford Bulldogs basketball – Cornell Big Red basketball – 93:90
05.12.25 Virginia Commonwealth Rams basketball – Samford Bulldogs basketball – 83:57
26.11.25 Utah Valley Wolverines basketball – Samford Bulldogs basketball – 89:45

03.01.26 Furman Paladins basketball – Western Carolina Catamounts basketball – 77:80 OT
31.12.25 Western Carolina Catamounts basketball – Wofford Terriers basketball – 74:79
18.12.25 Georgia Bulldogs basketball – Western Carolina Catamounts basketball – 112:82
11.12.25 Virginia Tech Hokies basketball – Western Carolina Catamounts basketball – 96:74
06.12.25 USC Upstate Spartans basketball – Western Carolina Catamounts basketball – 78:67

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Samford won 5.

Samford has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 2 wins).

Western Carolina‘s performance has dropped in recent matches (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

Recently, the opponents have had a series of away games.

In this match, Samford is a strong favorite.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Samford won 15 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 1592:1465. (average 79.6:73.3).

Including home matches between the teams, Samford won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 835:698. (average 83.5:69.8).

Latest Head To Head

22.02.25 Samford Bulldogs basketball – Western Carolina Catamounts basketball – 93:72
04.01.25 Western Carolina Catamounts basketball – Samford Bulldogs basketball – 69:88
14.02.24 Samford Bulldogs basketball – Western Carolina Catamounts basketball – 88:62
16.01.24 Western Carolina Catamounts basketball – Samford Bulldogs basketball – 71:75
01.02.23 Western Carolina Catamounts basketball – Samford Bulldogs basketball – 77:85

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.3 (11.05%)

2. Michigan Tech: 4.4 (10.8%)

3. Arizona Wildcats: 8.8 (5.4%)

4. Connecticut Huskies: 10.2 (4.66%)

5. Iowa State: 11 (4.32%)

6. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (3.66%)

7. Duke Blue Devils: 13.6 (3.5%)

8. Houston Cougars: 15.2 (3.13%)

9. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16.8 (2.83%)

10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (1.83%)

11. Michigan State: 27 (1.76%)

12. Brigham Young: 27 (1.76%)

13. Michigan State Spartans W: 29 (1.64%)

14. Vanderbilt Commodores: 29.4 (1.62%)

15. Alabama Crimson Tide: 30.4 (1.56%)

16. Florida Gators: 33.4 (1.42%)

17. Kansas Jayhawks: 33.4 (1.42%)

18. Louisville: 34 (1.4%)

19. Arkansas State: 34 (1.4%)

20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 38.25 (1.24%)

21. Texas Tech: 41 (1.16%)

22. Tennessee Volunteers: 43 (1.11%)

23. North Carolina: 43 (1.11%)

24. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 50.2 (0.95%)

25. Kentucky Wildcats: 52.2 (0.91%)

26. St. Johns Sonics: 75 (0.63%)

27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 80.2 (0.59%)

28. Virginia Cavaliers: 80.2 (0.59%)

29. St. Johns Red Storm: 81.5 (0.58%)

30. VCU Rams: 100 (0.48%)

31. UC Irvine: 100 (0.48%)

32. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.48%)

33. High Point: 100 (0.48%)

34. Seton Hall Pirates: 100 (0.48%)

35. UC San Diego: 100 (0.48%)

36. George Mason: 100 (0.48%)

37. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.48%)

38. McNeese State: 100 (0.48%)

39. Utah State: 100 (0.48%)

40. Penn State: 100 (0.48%)

41. Yale: 100 (0.48%)

42. St. Louis Billikens: 100 (0.48%)

43. Georgetown: 100 (0.48%)

44. Troy: 100 (0.48%)

45. Akron Zips: 100 (0.48%)

46. Saint Marys: 100 (0.48%)

47. Boston College: 100 (0.48%)

48. Saint-Louis: 100 (0.48%)

49. California Maritime: 100 (0.48%)

50. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.48%)

51. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.48%)

52. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.48%)

53. Baylor Bears: 100.2 (0.47%)

54. SMU Mustangs: 100.2 (0.47%)

55. UCLA: 105.2 (0.45%)

56. UCF Knights: 110.2 (0.43%)

57. Clemson: 110.2 (0.43%)

58. Auburn Tigers: 110.2 (0.43%)

59. Villanova Wildcats: 120.2 (0.4%)

60. Indiana Hoosiers: 120.2 (0.4%)

61. Missouri Tigers: 120.2 (0.4%)

62. Georgia Bulldogs: 120.2 (0.4%)

63. USC Trojans: 120.2 (0.4%)

64. NC State: 120.2 (0.4%)

65. Virginia Tech: 130.2 (0.37%)

66. Wisconsin Badgers: 130.2 (0.37%)

67. Ohio State Buckeyes: 130.2 (0.37%)

68. Stanford Cardinal: 130.2 (0.37%)

69. Miami (FL): 137.75 (0.35%)

70. LSU: 150.2 (0.32%)

71. TCU: 150.2 (0.32%)

72. San Diego State: 150.2 (0.32%)

73. Texas Longhorns: 150.2 (0.32%)

74. Texas A&M: 150.2 (0.32%)

75. Wake Forest: 180.2 (0.26%)

76. Syracuse Orange: 180.2 (0.26%)

77. Butler Bulldogs: 180.2 (0.26%)

78. Creighton: 180.2 (0.26%)

79. Oklahoma Sooners: 180.2 (0.26%)

80. Oklahoma State: 180.2 (0.26%)

81. Oregon Ducks: 180.2 (0.26%)

82. Boise State: 230.2 (0.21%)

83. Memphis Tigers: 230.2 (0.21%)

84. Kansas State: 230.2 (0.21%)

85. Washington Huskies: 230.2 (0.21%)

86. West Virginia: 230.2 (0.21%)

87. New Mexico: 230.2 (0.21%)

88. Cincinnati Bearcats: 230.2 (0.21%)

89. Arizona State: 230.2 (0.21%)

90. California Golden Bears: 262.75 (0.18%)

91. Ole Miss Rebels: 262.75 (0.18%)

92. Maryland Terrapins: 280.2 (0.17%)

93. South Carolina Gamecocks: 280.2 (0.17%)

94. Marquette: 280.2 (0.17%)

95. Colorado State: 280.2 (0.17%)

96. Pittsburgh Panthers: 280.2 (0.17%)

97. Colorado: 280.2 (0.17%)

98. Utah Utes: 280.2 (0.17%)

99. Northwestern Wildcats: 280.2 (0.17%)

100. Notre Dame: 280.2 (0.17%)

101. Xavier Musketeers: 280.2 (0.17%)

102. Mississippi St.: 280.2 (0.17%)

103. Georgia Tech: 280.2 (0.17%)

104. DePaul Blue Demons: 280.2 (0.17%)

105. Providence Friars: 280.2 (0.17%)

106. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 280.2 (0.17%)

107. Florida State: 280.2 (0.17%)

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