The 11^th-ranked Baylor Bears (19-8) face off against the TCU Horned Frogs (19-8) in a potential college basketball thriller on Monday, February 26 at 9:00 PM ET at the Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth, Texas. The Horned Frogs are appealing at home, with a point spread at -2.5 (-110).

The Bears have gone 3-2 in their previous five matchups, while currently sitting on a two-game losing streak. Their most recent defeat was an 82-76 overtime performance against the second-ranked Houston Cougars.

Ja’Kobe Walter has done a great job at keeping the offense flowing for the Bears. He is currently averaging 14.7 points, shooting 39.2 percent from the field, and 84.7 percent from the foul line.

The Bears consistently score an average of 82.3 points per game with a notable 49.1 percent field goal accuracy, showcasing effective teamwork through an average of 15.3 assists. This offensive performance is promising if they can maintain this pace.

Defensively, they limit opponents to 71.4 points, resulting in a slightly positive point differential. Additionally, the Bears exhibit impressive defensive stats, including 35.0 rebounds, 3.4 blocks, and 6.8 steals per game.

The Horned Frogs have gone 3-2 over their previous five matchups, with a recent win under their belt. This was a 75-57 showing over the Cincinnati Bearcats, with Emmanuel Miller leading with 18 points.

Miller will likely make a big impact in this matchup, as he leads the team in points with 16.1 each game. He is also connecting on 49.0 percent of his shots from the field and grabbing 5.9 rebounds.

The Horned Frogs consistently achieve an average of 81.3 points per game with a 48.0 percent success rate in field goals. Their adept ball movement leads to 17.7 assists per game, giving them a significant edge over the Bears.

Defensively, they hold opponents to an average of 70.8 points per game, showcasing a commendable point differential relative to their offensive prowess. Additionally, they secure 37.4 rebounds, block 3.9 shots, and record 9.3 steals per game, which are likely capable of influencing their overall performance.

MyBookie has established the odds for this college basketball game, suggesting that the TCU Horned Frogs have a home advantage with a 2.5-point favoritism. Market analysis indicates a 50.6 percent chance of their victory in this matchup.

Both teams have nearly identical stats where it matters most. The biggest difference will be who takes better care of the basketball, with some argument in favor of the Bears. For the spread, look for the Bears to have a good shot at keeping it close or potentially winning.