Friday's game at Strahan Arena has the Texas State Bobcats (2-0) matching up with the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros (0-2) at 6:00 PM ET (on November 17). Our computer prediction projects a lopsided 79-52 victory as our model heavily favors Texas State.

The Bobcats came out on top in their last game 74-48 against Bowling Green on Saturday.

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Texas State vs. UT Rio Grande Valley Game Info

  • When: Friday, November 17, 2023 at 6:00 PM ET
  • Where: Strahan Arena in San Marcos, Texas
  • How to Watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+

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Texas State vs. UT Rio Grande Valley Score Prediction

  • Prediction: Texas State 79, UT Rio Grande Valley 52

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Texas State Performance Insights (2022-23)

  • The Bobcats' +274 scoring differential last season (outscoring opponents by 8.3 points per game) was a result of putting up 67.5 points per game (133rd in college basketball) while allowing 59.2 per contest (52nd in college basketball).
  • Texas State put up 66.5 points per game last year in conference matchups, which was 1 fewer points per game than its season average (67.5).
  • When playing at home, the Bobcats averaged 4.2 more points per game last year (69.6) than they did on the road (65.4).
  • Defensively Texas State played better in home games last year, allowing 54.7 points per game, compared to 64.4 in away games.

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