UConn Huskies vs. Texas Longhorns 12/8/24 – On Sunday, December 8, 2024, the UConn Huskies (6-3) are bound to take on the Texas Longhorns (7-1) which is bound to be a thrilling game considering both teams have had great campaigns up to that point. The NCAA Men’s Basketball season is about to get really exciting and this particular matchup is one to mark on all calendars as it would be interesting to see who comes out on top. Aiming to start at 5:00 PM ET at the Moody Center, this match will be shown live on ESPN across the country meaning that all fans could witness the match from their homes.
UConn Huskies vs. Texas Longhorns 12/8/24
| When: | Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 5:00 PM ET |
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| Where: | Moody Center |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | SofaScore |
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Huskies | +3 (-110) | 141 over (-110) | +110 |  |
| Longhorns | -3 (-110) | 141 under (-110) | -133 | |
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As per the betting lines for this encounter it is apparent that the contest will be tightly incidences, with Texas slightly getting the edge since they’re playing at home. The Longhorns are giving away three points which is based on their good form recently and the advantage of playing at home. The score is expected to be around 141, which in this case would mean that there will be a reasonable amount of scoring during the game, which can be expected from both teams.
Alex Karaban (Forward) vs. Tre Johnson (Guard)
Alex Karaban has been an important player for UConn this season, playing all 7 games with an impressive average of 32.3 minutes on the court. He scores 15.9 points per game and has shown that he can get 4.1 rebounds and dish out 3.3 assists. Marban is also a good player with an average of 2 blocks per game which explains his all-round performance. He is a key member of UConn’s offensive strategies, as his shooting accuracy from beyond the arc is 46.8%.
Conversely, Tre Johnson of Texas has been a great asset to his team, averaging 20.8 points per game. And it’s not just about scoring for him; although he averages fewer rebounds and assists than Karaban, Johnson alters defensive patterns and creates openings for others. His free throw percentage of 85.2% and 3-point shooting percentage of 44.6% will be crucial in wounding UConn’s defense.
The tension on the court will change when these two key players meet and for one team, it could spell trouble for the other. If Karaban can defend well, he just might be able to put a stop to Johnson’s scoring bursts but it might not be that easy as Johnson’s speed and shooting precision is always a menace. Most likely, each player will be able to impose his game style more effectively over the other which will be the deciding factor in this matchup.
Analyzing the Huskies: A Tactical Breakdown
Offensively, this season the Huskies have been able to average 85.1 points per game while shooting 50.3 percent from the field. Scoring effectiveness includes making 10.3 three-pointers as well as having a fairly good defensive game enabling them to average 7.3 blocks and 6.2 steals. This blend of offense and defense was showing in the victory over the red-hot Baylor Bears. Their play in the recent past is even more reliable seen through their last 20 games in which they have a 15-5 ATS record making their bettors confident in their performance.
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Longhorns’ Home Court Advantage: A Closer Look
Texas may be considered UConn’s equal in numerous parameters but they perform exceptionally well at home winning all their home matches this season. They average 80.8 PPG, average approximately 9.4 turnovers, and are strong in securing defensive rebounds as well. Their betting trends indicate a great performance with passing success being one of the highlights; in this case, Texas’s last 7 games ended 7-0 record wise in those games pushing them over the edge closing their games on their home ground brilliantly.
UConn Huskies Betting Trends
Connecticut are 15-5 ATS in their last 20 games.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Connecticut’s last 5 games.
Connecticut are 17-3 SU in their last 20 games.
Connecticut are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games against Texas.
Connecticut are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games against Texas.
Texas Longhorns Betting Trends
Texas are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Texas’ last 5 games.
Texas are 7-0 SU in their last 7 games.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Texas’ last 6 games against Connecticut.
Texas are 8-0 SU in their last 8 games at home.
UConn Huskies vs. Texas Longhorns Betting Prediction
Considering the historical performances and statistics of the offensive units from both teams, this game has all the credentials to be hard fought, if not for a sole difference: Texas’ ability to utilize their home advantage over UConn’s superior scoring ability. Expect a game where both teams push the pace, but with Texas playing at home, they might just cover the spread.
It might be worth prop betting on the over on total points considering both teams relative scoring history and the recent trend of high totals in their games. To conclude, the battle between Karaban and Johnson could be the deciding factor, as, in this case, Johnson’s points-scoring ability is likely to be the decisive factor.
Score Prediction: Texas 75, UConn 70
Hilbert Mayer
Sports Writer
Hilbert Mayer is a professional sports writer, betting analyst, and content strategist with over 15 years of experience in the sports industry. Before focusing on sports betting analysis and handicapping, Hilbert worked as a sports writer for various news outlets, covering everything from game recaps to in-depth matchup features. Today, he specializes in MLB, NFL, March Madness, and UFC betting, combining his journalistic background with deep statistical expertise and real-world betting insights. His proven track record, sharp reads, and ability to break down complex matchups make him a trusted voice among both casual bettors and seasoned sharps.
Published on: December 8, 2024
Last updated: March 31, 2025