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SMU @ Wichita State

Current Records: SMU 9-16; Wichita State 12-12

What to Know

The SMU Mustangs haven't won a game against the Wichita State Shockers since Jan. 17 of 2018, but they'll be looking to end the drought Sunday. SMU and Wichita State will face off in an American Athletic battle at 4 p.m. ET at Charles Koch Arena. The Mustangs should still be riding high after a win, while the Shockers will be looking to get back in the win column.

SMU escaped with a win this past Wednesday against the Temple Owls by the margin of a single free throw, 72-71. SMU's guard Zhuric Phelps filled up the stat sheet, picking up 19 points and five assists.

Meanwhile, Wichita State was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap this past Wednesday as they fell 72-67 to the UCF Knights. Wichita State's defeat came about despite a quality game from guard Craig Porter Jr., who had 19 points and seven assists in addition to six rebounds.

The Mustangs are expected to lose this next one by 6.5. True fans might be the only ones betting on them, currently 8-16 ATS, to cover the spread.

SMU is now 9-16 while the Shockers sit at 12-12. Two numbers to keep in mind before tip-off: SMU has only been able to knock down 41.80% percent of their shots, which is the 35th lowest field goal percentage in college basketball. Wichita State's defense has more to brag about, as they they have been holding their opponents to a field goal percentage of 39.40%, which places them 13th in college basketball. So the cards are definitely stacked in their favor.

How To Watch

  • When: Sunday at 4 p.m. ET
  • Where: Charles Koch Arena -- Wichita, Kansas
  • TV: ESPN
  • Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
  • Follow: CBS Sports App
  • Ticket Cost: $10.78

Odds

The Shockers are a solid 6.5-point favorite against the Mustangs, according to the latest college basketball odds.

The oddsmakers were right in line with the betting community on this one, as the game opened as a 6.5-point spread, and stayed right there.

Over/Under: -108

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Series History

Wichita State have won six out of their last seven games against SMU.

  • Jan 22, 2023 - Wichita State 71 vs. SMU 69
  • Feb 05, 2022 - Wichita State 72 vs. SMU 57
  • Mar 01, 2020 - Wichita State 66 vs. SMU 62
  • Mar 03, 2019 - Wichita State 67 vs. SMU 55
  • Jan 30, 2019 - Wichita State 85 vs. SMU 83
  • Feb 24, 2018 - Wichita State 84 vs. SMU 78
  • Jan 17, 2018 - SMU 83 vs. Wichita State 78