Laura Rozo
It’s going to be a crazy week for all NCAA basketball fans. March Madness 2023 is about to start and one of the most anticipated games is this Northern Kentucky vs Houston, which will take place in Birmingham next Thursday.
The Cougars have had a banner season with 31 wins to their overall record. While Northern Kentucky has had the muddiest path and will complete its third appearance in the Big Dance so far, being one of the young squads in this important event.
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Picks and Predictions for the Northern Kentucky Norse vs Houston Cougars NCAA Basketball Championship Round 1 Game on March 16 2023
- Where: Legacy Arena, Birmingham, AL
- When: Thursday, March 16, 2023, 8:20 PM E.T.
Northern Kentucky Norse Betting Preview
- Overall Record: 22-12
- Conference Record: 14-6
The Northern Kentucky Norse have had a very inconsistent campaign, from which they hope to bounce back in this Northern Kentucky vs Houston match. The team led by Darrin Horn has a total of 22 wins and 12 losses this season, which today gives hope for one of the most difficult duels. In addition, they record 68.2 average points per game.
The Norse had a strong performance in the 2022-23 Horizon League, with a 7-1 record in their last eight matchups. Marques Warrick is one of their standout players, the #3 point guard averages 19.1 points per game and is a key part of his coach’s strategy: intense defensive pressure.
Houston Cougars Betting Preview
- Overall Record: 31-3
- Conference Record: 17-1
The team from Texas comes into this Northern Kentucky vs Houston clash having achieved 31 wins and only three losses, a very positive path that allows them to be one of the most consistent teams in recent years within the American Athletic Conference of the NCAA.
The team led by Kelvin Sampson has been extremely creative, and their synergy has allowed them to accumulate amazing numbers. Plus, they are masters at avoiding turnovers, offensive rebounding, and they have an ironclad defense as their mainstay.
To take the victory in this new duel, the Cougars will have to rely on their three stars: Marcus Sasser, Jarace Walker, and J’Wan Roberts, who have had great performances and are a fundamental part of the team’s record.
JefeBet Prediction
For this Northern Kentucky vs Houston clash, we believe that the Cougars will be the ones to win, considering their experience, figures, and performance, in addition to being one of the favorite teams to win the title this season.
Although Northern Kentucky’s numbers are decent, facing one of the nation’s leading defenses will be no easy task.
Prediction: Houston Cougars win by 10 points.
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