Georgia State Panthers vs Texas State Bobcats Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Georgia State vs Texas State NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in San Marcos.

Georgia State vs Texas State Prediction

The Panthers and Bobcats are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bobcats will host the game at Strahan Arena at the University Events Center in San Marcos, TX. This Sun Belt conference matchup has an over/under of 146 points, and Texas State is favored to win by -9.5 at home vs. Georgia State.

Georgia State vs. Texas State Matchup At A Glance

Sport: NCAAB
Teams: Georgia State Panthers at Texas State Bobcats
Where: San Marcos at Strahan Arena at the University Events Center
Date: Wednesday, January 15th
Betting Odds TXST -9.5, GAST +340 | TXST -440 O/U 146

Panthers Preview: Taking a Look at the Panthers Chances in San Marcos

Georgia State improved to 6-10 on the season with a 79-74 home win over Coastal Carolina on Saturday. The Panthers, who were -3.5 favorites, covered the spread, and the game’s total points of 153 exceeded the O/U line of 136.5.

After trailing 44-31 at halftime, Georgia State’s defense stepped up, allowing just 30 points in the 2nd half while scoring 48 points of their own to secure the comeback victory.

Panthers Offense Breakdown

Georgia State put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field and 46.2% from beyond the arc (6/13). Their effective field goal percentage was 53.3%, and they hit 88.2% of their free throws (15/17). The Panthers also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists.

Zarique Nutter led the way with 23 points, shooting 66.7% (8/12) in 27 minutes. Toneari Lane added 19 points, hitting 3 of 6 threes, while Rasheed Jones connected on 5 of 10 from deep, finishing with 18 points.

Panthers Team Defense

Georgia State's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field. They allowed 23 two-point field goals on 47 attempts, also at a 48% clip.

From beyond the arc, Georgia State's opponents hit 6 of 13 threes, shooting 46%. The Panthers also sent them to the line 17 times, where they converted 15 free throws, an 88% rate. Georgia State allowed 12 offensive rebounds.

Bobcats Preview: Will the Bobcats Defense Show Up at Home?

Texas State’s season record dropped to 7-8 after a 92-88 road loss to Southern Miss on Saturday. The Bobcats were -3 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread. The total points of 180 exceeded the O/U line of 144.5.

Texas State struggled in the 1st half, trailing 45-30, but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Southern Miss 46-31. Despite the strong finish, they couldn’t complete the comeback.

Bobcats Offense Breakdown

Texas State's offense put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 14 attempts for 21.4%, but connected on 50% of their two-point shots. The Bobcats also made 19 of 26 free throws, good for 73.1%.

Mark Drone led the way with 30 points, hitting 3 of 5 threes and shooting 60% overall. Alfred Worrell Jr. added 20 points, knocking down 6 of 10 from deep. Denijay Harris contributed 19 points and 16 rebounds, while Kaden Gumbs chipped in 16 points and 5 assists.

Bobcats Team Defense

Despite Texas State holding their opponent to 40% shooting from the field, they still gave up 92 points. The Bobcats allowed 32 made field goals on 79 attempts, including 10 threes on 25 attempts, with the opponent shooting 40% from beyond the arc.

Texas State also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 18 free throws for 78%. The Bobcats struggled on the boards, giving up 21 offensive rebounds.

Panthers vs Bobcats Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

Across their ten previous road games, Georgia State has an ATS mark of 4-6. Their straight up record in these matchups was 2-8 while averaging 68 points per game.
Through their last five home games, Texas State has an ATS record of just 1-3-1. However, their overall record was 1-4 while averaging 74 points per game.
Going back to their last ten games as the underdog, the Panthers have a straight up record of 1-9. But, their mark vs the spread was just 4-6.
Through their last five games as the favorite, the Bobcats have an ATS record of 3-2 and a straight up mark of 3-2.