NEWSLETTER
The Sam Houston Bearkats (24-6, 14-4 WAC) will attempt to continue a seven-game winning streak when they host the Cal Baptist Lancers (17-15, 8-10 WAC) on March 9, 2023 at Orleans Arena.
On Friday, in its last game, Sam Houston beat Abilene Christian 72-54. With 19 points, Qua Grant was its leading scorer. On Tuesday, in its last game, Cal Baptist beat Abilene Christian 69-62. With 23 points, Tr. Armstrong was its high scorer.
When is Sam Houston vs. Cal Baptist and when does it start?
This matchup between the Bearkats and Lancers will happen on Thursday, March 9, 2023. Expect to see the opening tip at 3:00 PM ET.
Where to Watch Sam Houston vs. Cal Baptist
The Bearkats and Lancers will take to the court at Orleans Arena for this matchup on March 9, and if you want to catch the action live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on ESPN+.
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Sam Houston Bearkats vs. Cal Baptist Lancers Game Preview
Sam Houston Stats, Odds & Insights
Sam Houston averages 73.4 points per game (135th in college basketball) while giving up 58.5 per outing (fourth in college basketball). It has a +447 scoring differential overall and outscores opponents by 14.9 points per game.
The Bearkats are averaging 73.4 points, 8.0 more than the Lancers allow.
Sam Houston makes 1.8 more threes per game than the opposition, 8.6 (64th in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 6.8.
The Bearkats are putting up 79.8 points per game when playing at home. In away games, they are averaging 66.5 points per contest.
Sam Houston’s offense has been much worse over its last 10 games, scoring 64.3 points a contest compared to the 73.4 it has averaged this season.
Cal Baptist Stats, Odds & Insights
Cal Baptist’s +148 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 4.6 points per game) is a result of putting up 70.0 points per game (217th in college basketball) while giving up 65.4 per outing (48th in college basketball).
The Lancers average 70.0 points, 11.5 more than the Bearkats concede.
Cal Baptist hits 8.5 three-pointers per game (73rd in college basketball) at a 33.1% rate (238th in college basketball), compared to the 5.1 per game its opponents make, at a 29.5% rate.
The Lancers are putting up more points at home (76.0 per game) than away (62.9).
While Cal Baptist is posting 70.0 points per game in 2022-23, it has improved that mark over its past 10 games, amassing 74.4 a contest.
Bearkats Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qua Grant | 30 | 13.8 | 4.2 | 3.9 | 2.0 | 0.2 | 1.5 |
| Donte Powers | 30 | 11.1 | 3.0 | 1.7 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 2.1 |
| Cameron Huefner | 29 | 10.5 | 3.1 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 1.6 |
| Lamar Wilkerson | 28 | 7.7 | 2.9 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 1.4 |
| Jaden Ray | 19 | 6.2 | 1.3 | 3.2 | 0.9 | 0.0 | 0.9 |
Lancers Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tre Armstrong | 32 | 11.3 | 4.4 | 5.0 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0.9 |
| Riley Battin | 32 | 9.8 | 5.6 | 1.4 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 1.0 |
| Hunter Goodrick | 31 | 8.4 | 6.5 | 1.8 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Joe Quintana | 29 | 8.3 | 1.9 | 1.6 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 1.6 |
| B. Tchoukuiegno | 16 | 8.3 | 2.1 | 2.3 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 0.3 |
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